Quality Engineer
Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
We are looking for a Quality Engineer to support the implementation and maintenance of quality standards across the manufacturing process. The role is responsible for developing inspection plans, analyzing non-conformities and rejection data, identifying root causes, and following up on corrective actions in coordination with Production and Technical Office teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop inspection plans and technical quality standards for new products and production processes.
- Review technical drawings and specifications to identify critical inspection points before production.
- Analyze Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), rejection, and return data to identify recurring issues and root causes.
- Prepare and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and inspection work instructions.
- Support technical investigations related to complex or recurring quality issues and customer complaints.
- Follow up on corrective and preventive actions and verify their effectiveness on the production floor.
- Participate in the technical and quality evaluation of new suppliers.
- Prepare periodic reports on quality KPIs, including rejection rates, recurring defects, and closure time.
- Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Technical Office teams to ensure quality requirements are met.
- Provide technical training and guidance to Quality Inspectors on new inspection standards and equipment when required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, Science, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in industrial/manufacturing quality.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and quality tools.
- Experience in preparing technical reports and documenting inspection results.
- Very good Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
- Good knowledge of quality standards and manufacturing processes.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor certification.
- Training or certification in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
Key Competencies
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Quality & Process Knowledge
- Root Cause Analysis
- Technical Reporting & Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork & Coordination
- Continuous Improvement