QMS Engineer

Quality Management System (QMS) Engineer / Associate

Experience: 5–8 Years

Industry Preference: Automotive / EV / Electronics Manufacturing / EMS

Location: Noida

About The Company

We are a fast-growing Vehicle Intelligence & Analytics startup incubated at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, working in the sustainable mobility and clean energy domain. Our focus is to make the EV ecosystem smarter, connected, and reliable through advanced IoT-enabled analytics and intelligent mobility solutions.

Backed by leading investors and founded by alumni from premier institutes, we operate in a high-growth, innovation-driven environment where ownership, speed, and problem-solving are highly valued.

We are looking for a highly driven QMS professional who can independently manage quality systems, drive process excellence, and thrive in a dynamic startup culture.

Position Summary

The QMS Engineer / Associate will be responsible for establishing, maintaining, and improving Quality Management Systems aligned with ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements. The role requires strong hands-on exposure to automotive quality systems, supplier quality, process audits, EMS manufacturing processes, and quality core tools.

The ideal candidate should be capable of independently handling cross-functional coordination, driving corrective and preventive actions, supporting customer requirements, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System

• Ensure effective implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System in line with IATF 16949 requirements.
• Drive compliance with documented procedures, process controls, and customer-specific requirements.
• Maintain and control quality documentation, SOPs, work instructions, records, and audit reports.
• Support internal and external audits, including certification and customer audits.
  
  

Audit Management

• Conduct and manage:
• Supplier System Audits
• EMS and Internal System Audits
• Track audit findings and ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions.
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Identify quality risks and implement preventive actions.
• Drive Kaizen, CAPA, and process optimization initiatives.
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and operational excellence across teams.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in Automotive, EV, Electronics Manufacturing, or EMS industry.
• Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 and automotive quality requirements.
• Hands-on experience in EMS/SMT manufacturing quality processes.
• Experience in independently handling audits, customer quality requirements, and process improvements.
  
  

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949
• Automotive Quality Core Tools
• APQP
• PPAP
• SPC
• MSA
• PFMEA / DFMEA
• CAPA
• Understanding of EMS/SMT manufacturing processes and controls.
• Knowledge of supplier quality management and audit systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and quality documentation management.
  
  

Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong ownership mindset and execution capability.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and cross-functional coordination effectively.
• Self-driven, adaptable, and proactive approach toward problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience in EV startups, automotive electronics, telematics, IoT products, or EMS manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to customer audits and OEM quality requirements.
• Certification in Internal Auditor / Lead Auditor for IATF 16949 will be an added advantage.
  
  

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge EV and connected mobility technologies.
• High ownership role with accelerated learning and growth opportunities.
• Dynamic startup environment with strong innovation culture.
• Collaborative and technology-driven work ecosystem.
• Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.
  
  

If you are passionate about automotive quality systems and enjoy working in a high-growth startup environment where you can independently drive impact, we would love to hear from you.