Quality Engineer Wanted for Long-Term Assignment in Kongsberg

Akkodis is recruiting on behalf of one of our clients in the Kongsberg region

Are you passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and precision engineering? We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join a leading industrial manufacturing environment in the Kongsberg area.

In this role, you will be a key contributor to ensuring product quality, improving manufacturing processes, and supporting operational excellence. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality Inspection, Engineering, Warehouse, and Supplier Quality to drive improvements in quality performance, customer satisfaction, and non-conformance management.

Key Responsibilities Quality Control

• Develop, maintain, and improve measurement and inspection procedures, standards, and methods.

• Drive and implement process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

• Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of metrology and calibration processes.

• Develop measurement strategies to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA).

Inspection & Auditing

• Perform inspections and audits of components and finished products.

• Conduct audits of production processes and documentation to ensure compliance with quality requirements.

• Document findings and recommend improvement actions.

• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI).

Engineering Support

Participate in the review and release of new and revised engineering documentation and technical drawings related to production.

Training & Guidance

• Provide guidance and training on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.

• Support inspection and production teams in quality-related matters.

Non-Conformance Management

• Coordinate activities related to non-conformances, material rejections, and corrective actions.

• Support investigations of warranty and quality-related issues.

• Facilitate root cause analysis and ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background.

• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and metrology principles.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Experience using measurement equipment such as:

  • CMM

  • Laser Tracker

  • Vision systems

  • Calipers

  • Gauges

  • Micrometers

  • Indicators

• Experience performing Measurement System Analysis (MSA).

• Experience conducting product and process audits.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Detail-oriented with a structured approach to documentation.

• Experience with Microsoft Office, SAP ERP, and metrology/statistical software.

• Fluent in both Norwegian and English, written and spoken.

What We Offer

• A long-term assignment running through October 2028.

• The opportunity to work in a technically advanced manufacturing environment.

• A challenging and varied role with significant responsibility.

• Collaboration with highly skilled technical and engineering professionals.

• A workplace focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Assignment Details

Position: Quality Engineer
Location: Kongsberg Area, Norway
Contract Duration: Until October 2028
Start Date: As soon as possible

Interested?
Submit your application and CV through Akkodis. We look forward to hearing from you.

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