Quality Engineer duties and responsibilities
Quality Engineers define the methods and equipment that development and production teams use to measure the quality characteristics of a process or product. They assess products and create documentation that reports issues and errors in the production process. Some of the primary duties and responsibilities of a Quality Engineer include:
- Monitoring an entire production process and performing regular tests to identify potential problems and malfunctions in the early stages
- Inspecting raw materials and electrical systems to find defects and enhance durability
- Identifying the root causes of technical issues and performing debugging procedures or recommending fixes
- Preparing reports and documentations on malfunctions and corrective measures
- Reviewing product blueprints and quality documentations
- Setting and tracking assurance goals
- Coordinating with external Quality Assurance Auditors and Technicians to ensure legal compliance
- Working with internal teams to improve the quality of products for enhancing customer satisfaction
Quality Engineer skills and qualifications
Quality Engineers possess a wide range of skills to fulfil many functions in the production departments and customer relations department. They utilise a combination of six sigma techniques and lean methodologies to pinpoint manufacturing defects and streamline production. Some of the top skills and qualifications to look for in Quality Engineers include:
- Ability to take the initiative and make sound judgments in work methods and interpreting goals
- Ability to work independently and in teams with infrequent supervision and reviewing
- High attention to details to ensure proper manufacturing, installation and operation of products
- Good analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct root cause analyses and devise suitable preventive action plans
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate new processes clearly and document critical aspects of the job
- Sincere work ethic for adhering to standards and managing potential harmful effects on timelines and budget, and the ability to operate under pressure
- Excellent interpersonal and team-player skills
- Good mathematical skills and proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Quality Engineer experience requirements
Job applicants typically need a strong background in engineering to qualify as Quality Engineers, a candidate needs to be proficient in computer technology, system operations and market research tools.