Strengthen Global Quality from a Strategic HQ Role
For one of our international clients, we are seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to be based at their Headquarters in Belgium.You will report directly to the QA & Regulatory Affairs Manager and play a key role in ensuring high-quality standards, managing complaints, and coordinating technical quality processes across production plants and supplier networks.
This position combines strategic oversight, hands-on operational involvement, and international exposure.
Your Responsibilities
As Quality Assurance Engineer, you will:
Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 (the international quality standard for medical devices, regulatory compliance, and patient safety)Coordinate quality processes between production plantsConduct supplier audits, plant audits, and support customer auditsManage complaint handling, including root cause analyses and corrective actionsDrive structured problem solving using 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, and other methodologiesReview, approve, and maintain technical documentation, test reports, and administrative recordsMonitor group-wide quality KPIs and propose improvement initiativesCommunicate effectively with internal teams and external customers regarding quality issues and resolutionsReport progress, findings, and improvement initiatives directly to the QA & Regulatory Affairs Manager
International ScopeThis role requires approximately 10% travel to:Production plantsKey suppliersCustomer sites (as required)
Your ProfileBachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or Quality Management3–5+ years of experience in automotive, medical device, or high-tech qualityStrong knowledge of ISO 13485 or equivalent quality management standardsExperience with complaint handling, CAPA, and technical documentation managementExcellent analytical skills, data-driven, and strong problem-solving capabilitiesStructured, organized, and stress-resistantExcellent communication skills, including with external customersComfortable working in an international matrix organizationFluent in English (spoken and written)Strong administrative skills for managing documentation, reports, and compliance records
QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or Quality Management3–5+ years of experience in automotive, medical device, or high-tech quality
Required SkillsStrong knowledge of ISO 13485 or equivalent quality management standardsExperience with complaint handling, CAPA, and technical documentation managementExcellent analytical skills, data-driven, and strong problem-solving capabilitiesStructured, organized, and stress-resistantExcellent communication skills, including with external customersComfortable working in an international matrix organizationFluent in English (spoken and written)Strong administrative skills for managing documentation, reports, and compliance records
Pay range and compensation packageCompetitive Belgian salary package and benefits
Interested?If you are ready to take on a strategic international quality role with complaint handling, technical documentation, and cross-plant responsibilities, we would love to hear from you.Submit your CV in English, and we will discuss the opportunity further.