Quality Development Engineer for MinebeaMitsumi development centre Košice (m/f/d)

The research and development centre in Košice - MDCK (MinebeaMitsumi Development Centre Košice) collaborates very closely with the MinebeaMitsumi Technology Center Europe GmbH in Germany. It offers the best experts from the fields of information technology, electrical engineering, science and research the opportunity to work together. In addition to processing products manufactured directly in the factory in Košice, the centre also focuses on innovation projects in medicine and robotics, as well as SMART solutions for households and cities.
Minebea Slovakia s.r.o. focuses on the development and production of electronically commutated BLDC motors and innovative drive technologies for automotive and industrial customers.

Job Location: Košice, Slovakia

Employment Type: Full-time, on site

Salary (gross): 1,400 - 2,600 EUR/month (depending on work experience)

Job description, responsibilities and authorities

In this role, you will support product development by implementing advanced quality planning (APQP), conducting VDA 6.3 process audits, and analyzing quality standards with customers. Additionally, you will drive quality improvements through statistical process control (SPC), measurement system analysis (MSA), and root cause analysis of non-conforming products.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting product development and project management with a focus on quality improvement opportunities
  • Initiating quality management improvement measures, evaluating their effectiveness, and implementing and monitoring corrective actions when necessary
  • Implementing and evaluating Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) or similar procedures for new projects in collaboration with customers
  • Analyzing quality standards internally and with customers
  • Performing process audits according to VDA 6.3 (internal and customer audits)
  • Conducting training for teams on quality processes
  • Evaluating and actively participating in Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
  • Evaluating Statistical Process Control (control charts, SPC)
  • Supporting customer complaint management and product change management
  • Supporting non-conforming product analysis and implementing improvements

Personal requirements and skills

  • Education & Language: A University degree in Electrical Engineering, IT, or a related technical field, combined with intermediate English skills (B2).
  • Experience & Mindset: Proven experience in a similar industrial QA/R&D role, strong analytical skills, independence, precision, and a willingness to travel.

Employee Benefits

  • Flexible working hours (Core time: Mon-Thu 9:00-15:00, Fri 9:00-13:00) with a flexi-account option (+/- 35h).
  • Salary adjustments: annual increases based on performance.
  • Year-end bonuses based on performance and supervisor's evaluation.
  • Home office / remote work options.
  • Extra vacation days (1 to 4 additional days).
  • Multisport card.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Contribution to language education.
  • Financial contributions for child birth, weddings, or work anniversaries.
  • Employer contribution to the 3rd pension pillar.
  • High-standard working conditions in a clean environment.
  • Teambuilding activities and company events (Health Day, blood donation, Christmas party).
  • Career growth opportunities.