Quality Engineer – Product Lifecycle & Continuous Improvement
LIXIL · Albergaria-a-Velha
Job description
About the role
We are looking for a Quality Engineer to ensure product excellence across the entire lifecycle, acting as the bridge between factories, R&D, purchasing and marketing. You will support the launch of world‑class sanitary components and drive continuous improvement in a fast‑growing global environment.
Key responsibilities
- Apply quality tools such as FMEA to new and existing projects.
- Track and raise project maturity levels throughout development.
- Conduct process audits to uphold ISO‑based standards.
- Identify quality risks, propose and implement corrective actions.
- Support safe product launches within the assigned product group.
- Lead continuous‑improvement initiatives for both new and legacy products.
- Report and monitor quality performance metrics, including error rates and cost of quality.
Required profile
- Degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of hands‑on quality management experience.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001; experience with IATF 16949 is a plus.
- Familiarity with APQP/Stage‑Gate processes.
- Additional training such as auditor certification or Six Sigma is desirable.
- Fluent English communication skills.
Required skills
- FMEA
- ISO 9001 (and IATF 16949)
- APQP / Stage‑Gate methodology
- Six Sigma
- MS Office / Google Workspace
- MS Project
- SAP
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