Quality Process Engineer

PRT8 Addvolt, S.A.

Location: PT
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Job type: Full-time
Pay: €22,000 – €44,000 / year
Posted Oct 26

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Key skills in this ad

Skills and tools

HVAC
ISO 9001

Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience

Languages

English

About this role

Role: Quality Process Engineer

Location: Porto, Portugal

Type of contract: permanent, full-time

Carrier is the leading worldwide provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, fire, security, and cold chain solutions. We invented the modern air conditioning, and our team of pioneers and innovators have a long history of developing new technologies.

Addvolt, now part of Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, delivers advanced electrification technology, integrated power management and power electronics capabilities for transport refrigeration and auxiliary systems.  Driving innovation in the electrification and decarbonization of onboard systems for refrigerated trailers, trucks, vans and containers, Addvolt empowers fleets to avoid fuel usage, reduce major emissions and operate efficiently at a remarkably low noise level. By combining Addvolt’s innovative power solutions with Carrier Transicold’s expertise in transport refrigeration, we are enhancing the value we deliver to fleets, original equipment manufacturers and logistics operators worldwide. Together with Carrier, we are accelerating the transition to a more sustainable, efficient and intelligent cold chain.

We are looking for a Quality Process Engineer with a solid background in manufacturing quality and the ambition to grow into a leadership role. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with production, taking ownership of quality challenges, and influencing cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.

You will become the quality reference within the production area, ensuring that manufacturing processes are robust, risks are identified before they become problems, and new products are successfully transferred from engineering into production. As the team continues to grow, this role is expected to evolve into a people leadership position.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is technically strong in Quality but, above all, demonstrates the mindset and behaviours of a future leader.

The Ideal Candidate

You are someone who naturally takes ownership, enjoys solving problems and is comfortable making decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

As a Quality Process Engineer, you will:

Act as the Quality representative within the manufacturing area, partnering daily with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain and R&D.

Lead quality activities during the industrialization of new products, ensuring a smooth transition from development to serial production.

Identify process risks early and implement preventive actions to avoid quality issues.

Drive root cause investigations and lead cross-functional teams in implementing sustainable corrective actions.

Monitor manufacturing quality performance and promote initiatives that improve process capability, efficiency and product quality.

Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards, internal procedures and customer requirements.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, quality ownership and operational excellence across the manufacturing organization.

Coach and support production teams on quality best practices, helping develop a proactive quality mindset.

Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to solve complex manufacturing challenges and continuously improve production processes.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Manufacturing or similar).

Minimum 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Quality, Process Quality or Quality Engineering within an industrial manufacturing environment.

Solid knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.

Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) or industrialization activities.

Fluency in English and Portuguese - mandatory

You have:

Leadership potential and the ambition to grow into a people management role.

The ability to influence others without relying on formal authority.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Strong analytical thinking and a structured approach to problem solving.

A proactive mindset, always looking for opportunities to improve processes and prevent issues before they occur.

Confidence working cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, R&D and Supply Chain.

Resilience, accountability and the ability to perform under pressure while maintaining a collaborative approach.

Benefits

We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include other benefits and well‑being programs. Offerings vary by role and location and are designed to support employees’ health, security, and success.

Equal Treatment and Non-Discrimination

Carrier is committed to equal treatment and non-discrimination principles.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other applicable  protected class.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com.](mailto:Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com) We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

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Use of AI

Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.

Pay Range

€22,000.00-€44,000.00

*At Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help homes, buildings and shipping become safer, smarter and more sustainable. We exceed the expectations of our customers by anticipating industry trends, working tirelessly to master and revolutionize them. Our team of approximately 56,000 dedicated individuals continues to mold industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers. We’re constantly growing, seeking out talented, likeminded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the world’s first choice in security, shipping and HVAC technology.*

Pay

€22,000 – €44,000 / year

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