Quality Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Quality Engineer to ensure product quality and process compliance in a high-mix, low-volume precision manufacturing environment. This role offers exposure to advanced metrology techniques, AS9100-compliant processes, and hands-on problem-solving, allowing engineers to contribute directly to product excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Inspections

• Perform and oversee dimensional inspections using precision hand tools (calipers, micrometers) and advanced metrology equipment including CMMs and laser trackers.

• Conduct and coordinate in-process, first article, and final inspections to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and AS9100 standards.

• Review and approve inspection reports, maintain traceability, and ensure proper documentation of quality records.

Non-Conformance & Corrective Actions

• Identify, document, and track non-conformances.

• Support root cause investigations and verify effectiveness of corrective actions.

Calibration & Audit Support

• Monitor calibration activities to ensure all inspection and measuring equipment comply with standards.

• Participate in and support internal and external audits (AS9100, customer, supplier) and ensure documentation readiness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and other departments to resolve quality issues and implement process improvements.

• Maintain quality documentation in compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS).

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes and reduce defects.

• Provide cross-functional support and participate in cross-training initiatives to enhance operational agility.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.

• 3 years of relevant experience in quality assurance or precision manufacturing, ideally in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

• Proficient in inspection techniques and use of CMMs, laser trackers, and other metrology tools is preferred.

• Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO 9001 standards and QMS requirements.

• Competence in interpreting technical drawings and applying GD&T principles is a must.

• Effective in quality documentation, reporting, and cross-team communication.

What we offer

At Wah Son Engineering, we believe that great work starts with a great work environment.

Our benefits include:

• 18 Days of Annual Leave

• Other leaves such as Birthday Leave; Holiday Leave; Family Care Leave and Chinese New Year Eve Off.

• Subsidised in-house lunches daily.