Quality Engineer

Recruiter:

Trading Places Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000529/IS

Date posted:

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

250 Hourly

SUMMARY:
Well established client based in Kempton Park is seeking a Quality Engineer to support the quality department and the overall business performance objectives through
fulfilment of quality control and assurance activities, primarily on all factory projects executed by the welding and machining departments.

POSITION INFO:
Education
Mechanical engineering diploma (NQF L6) or higher (mandatory)
Welding Inspection Level 2 or equivalent (mandatory)
Engineering B. Tech qualification advantageous
Quality control/assurance certifications advantageous

Specialised Knowledge
Good understanding and interpretation engineering drawings
Capability to use a broad range of measuring instruments
Basic understanding of metal fabrication processes
Basic understanding of NDT techniques
Good understanding of ISO 5817 standard
Understanding the application of welding procedures
Basic understanding of engineering material grades
Must be comfortable to use Microsoft’s core applications i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook and basic navigation in general

Skills and qualities
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be meticulous with documentation
Problem-solving oriented
Must be willing to go an extra mile to assist other employees and meeting business commitments

Experience
Minimum 5 years (min B. Tech level) or 10 years (min N. Diploma level) of experience within manufacturing (metal fabrication) environment
Experience with welded parts components, industrial pump components, valve components will be advantageous

Duties and responsibilities
Ensuring that quality requirements as prescribed by either by customers or relevant specifications, are always satisfied
Assurance and continuous improvement regarding compliance to customer quality requirements, and those of relevant specifications and standards
Effective coordination of inspection and NDT personnel and activities
General support with factory activities as guided by management

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