Quality Assurance Engineer

Northvolt has an exciting job offer for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our business unit - Battery Systems passionate team in Stockholm.
We are seeking a self-motivated and energetic Quality Engineer for our Product Development Prototype Lab in Stockholm to ensure the highest quality of future products for the future of energy.
The Quality Engineer works closely with the Design and Industrialization team and performs receiving, in-process, and final inspection and test of the parts, materials, and assemblies of battery systems products. Essential requirements are: possesses knowledge of visual and mechanical/electrical inspection methodologies, highly motivated, attention to detail, and being comfortable interpreting mechanical and electrical engineering drawings and other technical documents.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform and document dimensional inspections on parts using engineering prints, Inspection procedures or work instructions
Carry out product tests and thorough independent final inspection of finished assemblies to defined procedures, formally reporting all defects
Select products for tests at specified stages in process, and tests products for variety of qualities, such as dimensions, performance, and mechanical, electrical, or chemical characteristics.
Record test data, applying statistical quality control procedures
May perform, as needed, nondestructive tests on materials, parts, or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics
Detect non-conformance during production operations effectively
Prepare graphs or charts of data or enter data into computer for analysis
Perform quality control equipment calibrations and records the data as required
Generate nonconformance reports as required and follows Inspection procedures
Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
Evaluate data to indicate deviations from existing standards
Mostly work unsupervised



The person we are looking for is strongly goal oriented, curious and eager to learn. You will get the chance to have a real impact on our success story in Sweden (to start with) and see the results of your work. Our organization requires and values great self-discipline and a natural talent to make things happen. The Quality Technician is a vital member of the team and key to Northvolt's mission to enable the future of energy.
Qualified candidates have more than two years of quality control related experience including testing and inspecting material, components, and finished goods per inspection procedures. Must have a university degree and the ability to interpret/understand engineering drawings and use measuring tools and devices.
Apply with CV and cover letter or your complete LinkedIn profile.
Full time employment, fixed salary.
Planned starting date is asap.
Education/Experience
BSc or MSc degree in Engineering/Manufacturing
2+ years of relevant work experience in relevant environment
Experience of quality control work in relevant industry such as, e.g. battery system, automotive, or other manufacturing industries
Specific knowledge of quality management systems, e.g. ISO 9001, IATF16949, TQM
Experience in developing methods, standards, procedures and documentation in an efficient way


Knowledgeable in Lean and six sigma


Familiar with SPC, FMEA, Quality troubleshooting tools and problem-solving methodologies

Specific Skills/Abilities
Excellent English written and oral skills, Swedish is a plus
Highly organized and result-driven
An eye for detail
Proactive and goes beyond expectations
Exceptionally good negotiation and problem-solving skills
Has a can do attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit
Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines, excellent time management
Ability to work well with others in a team environment, as well as independently
Ability to work in a high profile and often high pressured international environment
Qualities that we cherish are flexibility, sense of quality, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, grit and a sense of humor
Passionate & purpose driven