Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

BASQUEVOLT

Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain

Main functions

Implementing Quality Procedures and Instructions:

• Lead quality assurance activities across process development, industrialization, launch, and serial production;
• Define inspection standards based on product specifications and critical process requirements;
• Develop and deliver quality training on tools, standards, and best practices;
• Conduct internal, cross‑functional, and process audits to ensure adherence to standards and customer requirements;
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing performance;
• Design, monitor and analyze quality KPIs related to product quality and process efficiency and drive corrective action plans;
• Collaborate effectively in cross‑functional teams (production, engineering, supply chain, RD);
• Establish and maintain Control Plans to ensure critical features are controlled and monitored.

Driving Manufacturing Projects and Opportunities:

• Apply core quality tools including FMEA, SPC, 8D, QRQC, and Six Sigma;
• Perform root cause analysis and lead structured problem‑solving activities;
• Capture, document, and transfer lessons learned to improve future processes;
• Support APQP and PPAP activities to ensure product and process readiness;
• Support risk assessment activities, including customer‑specific and warranty requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering);
• Around 5 years of professional experience in the chemical or manufacturing industry. Prior experience in a battery company is a plus;
• Proven experience with Quality tools such as SPC, FMEA, 8D, Six Sigma, and QRQC;
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, particularly ISO 9001;
• Experience with IATF 16949, or VDA standards (6.3, 6.7, 19.1, 19.2). Familiarity with APQP and PPAP is a plus;
• Ability to thrive in a startup and fast-paced environment and multicultural teams;
• Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.