Quality Engineer - Automotive
Recruiter:
Profile Personnel
Date posted:
Friday, November 28, 2025
Location:
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Requirements
- National Diploma /Degree in Mechanical Engineering /Electrical Engineering /Polymer
- Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in the manufacturing environment
- In-depth knowledge of applicable motor vehicle parts, their function, applicable specifications, part manufacturing processes and testing methods.
- Sound technical knowledge of motor vehicle components and systems.
- Knowledge and application of Quality Tools e.g. DOE, SPC, FMEA, 8D
- Working knowledge of Pro CKD.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and related specifications.
- Computer literate (Ms Office)
- Be prepared to travel, local and overseas at short notice.
- Have a valid driver license.
Possible Tasks within this Role
To ensure that the motor vehicle components perform consistently to specification throughout the life cycle of the component by:
- Initiating and managing the Qualifying Program for new part introduction.
- Implement continuous improvement by identifying the root cause for part deviation from specification and correct the deviation in all phases of the life cycle of the part.
- Testing and evaluating the performance of parts according to specification.
- Provide the required Technical Expertise for complete parts in respect of material and function.
- Initiate design improvements for complex problems on parts.
- Initiate local and CKD claims from suppliers