Quality Engineering Manager

Responsibilities:

• Primary contact with customers supplier quality department.
• Review and obtain agreement of customer specifications. Ensure compliance of agree specifications.
• Develop and implement quality control processes specific to ladder frame components.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective & preventive actions (CAPA) for quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, OEM requirements).
• Work with suppliers to establish and monitor quality standards for raw materials and manufacturing processes.
• Conduct First Article Inspection (FAI), Process Capability Studies (Cp, Cpk), and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Support Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and 8D problem-solving methodology for quality improvement.
• Lead PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) submission and documentation.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability and robustness of ladder frame structures.
• Analyze test results and field data to improve product performance and reliability.
• Implement and monitor welding and assembly quality standards for ladder frame production.
• Work with customers and suppliers to resolve complaints and drive continuous improvement.
• Support internal and external audits related to quality systems and regulatory compliance.

Education:

• Bachelor''''s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Technical Qualification

• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in chassis or ladder frame manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, stamping, and metal fabrication.
• Experience with automotive quality tools and methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D).
• Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of material properties and coatings for corrosion resistance in ladder frames.
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) and durability testing.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and customer audits.
• Strogn analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret test data and drive solutions.

Knowledge & Technical Skills:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing with a focus on chassis and structural components.
• Knowledge of NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) factors affecting ladder frames.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Behavioral Skills:

• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking
• Quality improvement and process optimization
• Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication
• Talent Development
• Adaptability & Continous Learning
• Customer & Quality Focus

Special Conditions:

• Availability for national and international travel