Overview
Quality Engineer Welding Department (Automotive Industry) — Pinetown KZN
Key Details Extracted
Main Responsibilities
- Develop and implement welding quality plans.
- Monitor welding activities and ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, AWS, and other standards.
- Conduct inspections of welds, materials, and processes.
- Manage welding documentation, including WPS (Welding Procedure Specification), PQR (Procedure Qualification Record), and WPQ (Welder Performance Qualification).
- Lead investigations of welding-related defects and ensure corrective / preventive actions.
- Provide technical support and training to welders and production teams.
Requirements / Qualifications
Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding preferred).Certified Welding Inspector (CWI / IWE or equivalent) advantageous.Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.).Familiarity with NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT).Minimum years of welding / quality experience.Skills & Competencies
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.Ability to interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.Good communication for liaising with production, clients, and auditors.Knowledge of safety, quality management systems, and continuous improvement.#J-18808-Ljbffr