Quality Engineer – Automotive Industry

About the role

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to lead advanced quality planning and control for new automotive products and suppliers. The role ensures product processes remain under control, addresses quality issues promptly, and supports continuous improvement across the manufacturing line.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute advanced quality activities for new products, including PSO reviews and PPAP submissions.
• Conduct daily quality management on the production line, handle non-conforming products, and lead root‑cause investigations.
• Manage customer audits, respond to complaints within 24 hours, and maintain strong customer communication.
• Track supplier development, control supply quality, and ensure stable, compliant deliveries.
• Develop and maintain inspection instructions, GP12 documents, and provide training for relevant personnel.
• Collect, archive, and report quality data, driving corrective actions and improvement plans.
• Implement process statistics, analyze raw‑material and product quality, and assess quality costs.
• Support quality system implementation, conduct PFMEA, CP, process flowchart, and work‑instruction reviews.
• Interpret performance testing standards, evaluate test reports, and optimize manufacturing processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Welding Technology or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Fluent English; Serbian language preferred; Chinese knowledge is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical mindset with risk‑based thinking.

Required skills

• Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, CP.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 45001 and ISO 14000 standards.
• Experience creating PFMEA, control plans, process flowcharts and work instructions.
• Ability to use quality tools for root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement.