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MASA Vacancies – Senior Quality Engineer (Automotive)
Job Type: Permanent
Company: Measured Ability
Job Location: KwaZulu Natal, eThekwini Central (Durban / Pinetown / Umlazi)
Senior Quality Engineer (Automotive)
Measured Ability is seeking a highly skilled professional to join our team in KwaZulu Natal as a Senior Quality Engineer (Automotive). Based in the eThekwini Central region, covering Durban, Pinetown, and Umlazi, this role is designed for an experienced engineer who is ready to drive operational excellence and lead quality strategy within a demanding manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Quality Engineer (Automotive), you will lead critical engineering and quality improvement initiatives across our operations. Your core focus will be to drive manufacturing process optimization while ensuring consistent adherence to both automotive industry standards and specific customer requirements. You will play a pivotal role in supporting new product introductions and managing engineering changes throughout the lifecycle.
You will be responsible for leading complex root cause analyses and overseeing the implementation of effective corrective actions. Additionally, you will conduct thorough internal, supplier, and customer audits to maintain our high standards. A significant portion of your time will be spent developing and maintaining essential quality documentation, including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and Control Plans. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to boost productivity and efficiency, while actively mentoring and supporting our junior engineering and quality personnel.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- At least 8 years of dedicated experience within the automotive manufacturing sector.
- Proven expertise in engineering, quality management, and continuous improvement processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
- Technical mastery of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, Automotive Core Tools, and VDA 6.3 Process Auditing.
- Demonstrated experience in performing internal, supplier, and process quality audits.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various quality management systems.
- The flexibility and willingness to travel internationally when required.
If you have the technical background and the leadership experience required to excel in a dynamic automotive environment, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.
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