Lead Auditor

At TÜV SÜD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark.

We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD Group. Are you an experienced engineer, auditor, or technical specialist looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience in the Electrical/Electronic industry in Design, Testing, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Inspection and/or Certification?

At TÜV SÜD, we're seeking an individual with experience in Electrical/Electronic design and manufacturing industry to join our Terminal Quality Management Team as a Lead Auditor & Technical Assessor. You will play a key role in assuring that electronic payment terminals are in conformity with Mastercard technical requirements, and that industry partners have in place robust management systems to verify that every product in the field meets the highest standards of quality, performance and technical compliance.

You'll undertake a mix of home-based documentation reviews, remote assessments, and international travel to perform technical audits of client facilities.  The Opportunity As a Lead Auditor & Technical Assessor, you will play a vital role in verifying that electronic payment terminals comply with industry requirements and that manufacturers maintain robust management systems capable of consistently delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality products.

You will engage directly with senior stakeholders, assess complex technical environments, and contribute to the development of new certification and assurance programmes.

This role offers significant opportunities to broaden your expertise across emerging technologies, quality systems, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities Conduct technical audits and assessments against Terminal Quality Management certification requirements, both remotely and onsite.

Review technical documentation and quality management systems.

Provide guidance to customers on certification requirements and processes

Present findings to Senior Management, clearly explaining the requirements and timescales.

Prepare detailed audit reports and maintain supporting documentation

Manage corrective action processes and support customers in closing audit findings

Liaise with the Assessment Body and internal stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of certifications

Attend technical committee meetings and industry events

Support the development and delivery of new technical assessment and certification schemes.

About You We're looking for a technically minded professional who enjoys working with customers, analysing complex systems, and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. We know that great candidates don’t always meet every requirement listed. If you’re excited by the opportunity and believe your experience aligns with many of the key areas, we encourage you to apply.

Essential Skills & Experience Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Quality Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Demonstrable experience in a technical industry

Experience conducting 2nd and/or 3rd party audits, technical assessments, or inspections

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong organisational skills with attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft…