Quality Engineer - Automobile Industry at DAG Industries Nigeria Limited

DAG Industries Nigeria Limited - We provide the most popular range of Bajaj motorcycles, Bajaj tricycles, Bajaj genuine spares, MRF tyres, DAG lubricants and unfaltering after sales service. Backed by its untiring team of professional and trained technicians, authorized service stations and its own service center, DAG has been instrumental in developing Nigeria through building infrastructure and creating jobs thereby providing a livelihood for the common people in Nigeria. We at DAG are committed to provide genuine spare parts, accessories, and a never failing support to its customers and business associates.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Engineer - Automobile Industry

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Condition: Monday to Saturday (8am - 6pm)

Job Summary

• The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that automotive products and manufacturing processes meet internal quality standards, customer requirements, and regulatory specifications.
• The role involves quality planning, inspection, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement across production, suppliers, and final products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems in line with automotive standards (IATF 16949 / ISO 9001).
• Monitor and improve product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections of automotive components and assemblies.
• Prepare and review quality documents such as Control Plans, PFMEA, PPAP, APQP, and SPC.
• Analyze quality issues using root cause analysis tools (5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supplier teams to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, drawings, and regulatory requirements.
• Support new product development and process validation activities.
• Conduct internal audits and support external/customer audits.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and manage supplier corrective actions.
• Maintain quality records, inspection reports, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3 - 7 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in the automobile or auto-component manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001).
• Hands-on experience with automotive quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Experience in handling customer complaints and warranty issues.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and automotive components.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel and quality management software.

Preferred Certifications (Optional):

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt.
• Internal Auditor certification for IATF 16949.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2026.