Quality Engineer

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Quality Engineer to support production and quality assurance activities for coated steel structural components. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with customer specifications, international standards, and internal quality protocols.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in coatings, corrosion testing, fabrication processes, and ISO-driven quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Control & Inspection

• Verify component types, dimensions, and material specifications against engineering drawings and BOMs
• Inspect surface finishes to ensure compliance with quality standards (no scratches, dents, rust, or defects)
• Validate joint alignment, hole positioning, and assembly accuracy
• Perform flatness, warpage, and weight inspections

Testing & Standards Compliance

• Measure coating thickness in accordance with ISO standards and customer specifications
• Conduct adhesion and peel testing per applicable ISO guidelines
• Perform corrosion resistance testing (e.g., salt spray and environmental exposure tests)
• Verify electrical continuity and grounding resistance requirements
• Ensure compliance with relevant ISO and IEC standards

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain detailed inspection logs, compliance documentation, and test reports
• Ensure proper labeling, traceability, and packaging standards
• Partner with production and engineering teams to address non-conformities
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives
• Recommend process enhancements to improve product durability and quality
• Contribute to overall quality system improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in sheet metal fabrication, coatings, or structural component manufacturing
• Strong working knowledge of ISO and IEC standards
• Experience with corrosion testing and coating inspection methods
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience with zinc-aluminum-magnesium (ZAM) or similar coated materials
• Knowledge of anodizing processes and finish consistency
• Proficiency with inspection tools such as micrometers and coating thickness gauges
• Experience operating corrosion testing equipment