Senior Automotive Quality Engineer | IATF/ISO Lead Auditor

Permanent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 750 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive firm in Johannesburg seeks a Quality Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing quality roles. Candidates must hold a BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering and have a Certified Lead Auditor (IATF or ISO) qualification. The role requires deep knowledge of IATF 16949 and proven experience in audits, APQP, and quality management systems.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing quality roles.
• Deep understanding of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, VDA 6.3.
• Proven track record in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and root cause analysis.

Skills

Deep understanding of IATF 16949

Proven track record in auditing

Excellent analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficient in reading engineering drawings

Familiarity with OEM requirements

Education

BSc / BEng / BTech in Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering

Certified Lead Auditor (IATF or ISO)

Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean Manufacturing certification

Job description

A leading automotive firm in Johannesburg seeks a Quality Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing quality roles. Candidates must hold a BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical, Industrial, or Quality Engineering and have a Certified Lead Auditor (IATF or ISO) qualification. The role requires deep knowledge of IATF 16949 and proven experience in audits, APQP, and quality management systems.