Overview
Quality Engineer Jobs in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain at ISG International Service Group
Title: Quality Engineer
Company: ISG International Service Group
Location: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated professional with experience in aerospace electronics, assemblies, integration, and testing. This role is key to ensuring high-quality standards across production, testing, and processes, in compliance with industry standards such as IPC 610, IPC 620, ISO 9001, and AS9100.
The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving skills, is a fast learner, and demonstrates excellent communication abilities to drive quality standards across multidisciplinary teams. The role covers quality assurance, continuous improvement, and oversight of subcontractor manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Maintain and support the Quality Management System (QMS) as functional lead for production and integration
- Ensure production and testing activities meet required quality standards
- Conduct system, process, and special process audits, including subcontractor facilities
- Approve first production samples (PPAP) and review quality documentation
Production Quality Management
- Evaluate, monitor, and improve production processes
- Conduct audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues
- Monitor KPIs, NCRs, and risk indicators, reporting to QA management
Testing & Integration Support
- Support assembly, integration, and validation activities (SMT/THT, ICT/FCT, coating, etc.)
- Review non-conformances and test data
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
- Lead root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa)
- Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Collaborate to reduce defects and improve processes
- Identify and mitigate risks through FMEA
- Communication & Coordination
- Act as the main quality contact on the production floor
- Prepare data-driven reports and presentations
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or similar
- Minimum 3 years of experience in aerospace or automotive electronics manufacturing
- Experience with subcontractors and outsourced production
- Knowledge of SMT/THT, ICT/FCT, AOI, X-ray, and functional testing
- Familiarity with IPC 610/620, ISO 9001, AS9100, and related standards
- Experience with quality tools: CAPA, 8D, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC
- Ability to read schematics and technical documentation
- Fluent technical English (written and spoken)
- Spanish proficiency (professional level)
- Valid work permit for Spain
Required Skills
- Detail-oriented and methodical
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement
Preferred Skills
- Willingness to travel up to 30%
- Availability to work on-site at subcontractor facilities
