Senior Quality Engineer (f/m/div.)

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to own end‑to‑end quality performance for assigned projects and value streams during industrialisation and serial production. You will act as the primary quality interface with customers and drive continuous improvement across our electronics manufacturing operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead quality planning for new project industrialisation, including PFMEA, control plans, process validation and risk mitigation.
• Drive structured problem‑solving (8D, A3, 5‑Why) for internal and customer complaints and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor, analyse and improve KPIs such as PPM, FPY, IDC and customer returns.
• Support and lead continuous‑improvement initiatives focused on process capability, defect reduction and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF‑16949 and relevant IPC standards; support customer and certification audits.
• Collaborate with supplier quality and engineering teams on component‑related quality issues.

Required profile

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing quality, preferably in EMS or electronics production.
• Strong knowledge of quality methods and tools (PFMEA, control plan, 8D, SPC, MSA, A3, lean principles).
• Solid understanding of electronics manufacturing processes (SMT, THT, PCBA, box build).
• Experience in customer‑facing quality roles and excellent stakeholder management.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Required skills

• PFMEA
• Control Plan
• 8D problem‑solving
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
• A3 methodology
• Lean principles
• Surface‑Mount Technology (SMT)
• Through‑Hole Technology (THT)
• Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA)
• Box Build
• SAP or ERP quality module
• ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF‑16949, IPC standards

What we offer

• Annual gross salary €29 000‑€35 000 (depending on experience) plus equity.
• Flexible work conditions and remote‑friendly environment.
• Health insurance, on‑site medical services and wellness programmes.
• Training, certifications and language courses.
• Career progression opportunities and employee discounts.
• Free parking, canteen and sports facilities.
• Inclusive workplace open to people with disability.