Quality Engineer
Listed on 2026-02-08
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Quality Engineering
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What You Will DoThe Quality Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance systems and problem-solving activities in production process. This role involves working closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure that our products meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
As a Quality Engineer, you’ll be responsible for defining quality assurance standards in production processes and will play a crucial role in leading, managing and resolving quality issues using structural PSM methods, collaborating with multiple teams, and contributing to the overall success of our operations. You are part of the support function Quality, Environment, Safety & VPS (Volvo Performance System).
This role will be a Quality representative in Projects.
Quality Engineer will be responsible for providing training in PSM and will take an active role in SQDCEP improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities- Develop and implement quality control plans, procedures, and standards for quality assurance processes
- Define inspections and audits instructions/check sheets to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement and address them with cross-functional team, leading root cause analysis and problem-solving activities
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, including all ISO standards applicable for the site
- Coach and mentor plant employees on PSM methods and tools, quality control procedures and quality best practices.
- Prepare and present quality reports for management and stakeholders using Power BI
- Improve the way of working in Quality Share Point
- Participate, lead continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizens) to enhance product/process quality and production efficiency.
- Develop and maintain digital systems using Power Apps to streamline quality processes and data management.
- Work and improve on SQDCEP and specific area targets
- Work in multiple Volvo systems
- Be Quality representative in projects
- Perform Internal Audits and maintain related records
- Work in QMS system, lead and participate in external /internal Audits
- Performs other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management to support Volvo Penta goals and objectives
Skills And Knowledge Required
- Minimum 5 years of experience in quality engineering, in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge and experience of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and tools.
- Experience in ISO standards or other quality management systems and performing Audits.
- Experience in lean methodology.
- Experience in leading problem-solving.
- Proficiency in quality management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proven experience with Power Apps or similar digital system development tools.
- Experience with Power BI or any other digital reporting systems.
- Proficiency in quality data analysis.
- Trust building capabilities, holistic view
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A customer-oriented mindset
- Apply active and effective listening.
- Proactive way of working
- Lead by example:
Model the way for others to follow Volvo Core Values
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in quality engineering, in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in the marine or automotive industry.
- Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification.
- Internal ISO Auditor Certificate.
Position will require domestic and international travel.
Ready for the next move?At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $96,000 – $118,500…
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