Quality Engineer (Solidworks)

Alpsco is based in Derabassi, Punjab. With more than 30 years of experience and counting, we provide innovative solutions to the agricultural industry. The company was founded by Engr. L.P. Bali, who used his many years of engineering experience and knowledge to use in the agriculture sector to bring a trend in modern rice milling practices. Being a respected pioneer in our field, his work ethic has set high standards for us to follow.

Job Summary

You will be the guardian of quality for mechanical and electromechanical systems ensuring that all agricultural equipment meets global standards of safety, reliability, and agronomic performance. A deep engineering mindset, hands-on understanding of SolidWorks CAD, and a field-first attitude are vital to success.

• Focus: First-article verification, supplier-part validation, pre‑launch hazard analysis, final assembly audits, customer-driven improvements, and post‑market feedback loops.
• Role: Act as the technical adviser to R&D, manufacturing, design, and supplier teams on SolidWorks data, tolerance analysis, statistical process controls, root-cause analysis, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• SolidWorks & Design Review
• Review 3D models and 2D drawings in SolidWorks for manufacturability, weld‑joint integrity, proper dimensioning, tolerancing, and stack‑up errors.
• Perform tolerance and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) analysis and offer design suggestions to meet field robustness and assembly efficiency.
• First‑Article Inspection (FAI) & Test Validation
• Develop and carry out FAI plans; lead validation testing cycles (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ) per internal or OEM standards.
• Support prototyping and field trial validations of ag‑equipment (e.g. real‑soil tests), gather data on performance, durability, and safety.
• Process & Supplier Quality Systems
• Lead shop‑floor process audits; monitor SPC data, capability studies, and OEE metrics to root‑cause variation or drift.
• Manage supplier qualification, audits, incoming inspections, and CAPA coordination to drive consistent quality across the supply chain.
• Root-Cause Investigations & CAPA
• Analyze field failures, warranty claims, and internal rejections; use tools like 8D, FMEA, fault‑tree analysis to drive corrective actions.
• Integrate findings into QMS and design‑change workflows in coordination with engineering and PLM/PDM teams.
• Quality Management Systems & Audits
• Execute or support internal and external audits as per ISO 9001 and ag‑machinery standards (e.g. ISO 25119 for tractor control‑systems).
• Maintain Quality Plan documents, work instructions, inspection checkpoints, traceability matrices, and engineering validation paperwork.

• Continuous Improvement & Training
• Lead or contribute to kaizen/Lean events and DFMA workshops with shop-floor and design teams.
• Provide training on SolidWorks QC techniques, inspection best practices, and field‑based feedback protocols.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Agricultural Engineering. A master’s or PE (Professional Engineer) licence is highly desirable for senior roles.
• Experience:
• 3–7 years in quality engineering roles within mechanical manufacturing sectors, ideally ag‑equipment or mobile heavy machinery. Experience performing supplier audits, root-cause analysis, and launching Pavilion, harrow, or spray systems.
• Software & Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, especially assemblies and tolerance analysis tools, with certifications.
• Quality Tools & Standards:
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 audit practices, PPAP/APQP, AQL sampling, root-cause investigation methods, and the ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) body of knowledge.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dera Bassi, Punjab: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• SolidWorks: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person