Quality Engineer - Electronics

Job description

We are looking for a Quality Engineer - Electronics for our Electronics Quality team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance within our consumer electronics product groups. You will play a key role in technical decision-making and work closely with Project Management, Buying, Sourcing, and Quality teams.

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading product quality reviews and technical assessments to identify risks and non-conformities in a timely manner
• Reviewing, interpreting, and approving internal and external test reports
• Reviewing and formally approving packaging, labeling, and user manuals
• Creating, tracking, and coordinating Corrective and Preventive Action Plans (CAPAs) with suppliers
• Advising Project Managers, Buying, and Sourcing teams on technical specifications, product selection, and quality improvements
• Coordinating products throughout the entire development cycle, from sourcing and sample approval to production and shipment
• Maintaining complete and up-to-date technical documentation, including test reports, declarations, packaging artwork, and user manuals
• Monitoring relevant laws and regulations and translating changes into practical impact on products and processes

What we are looking for:

• A technical background with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or a comparable technical or scientific field
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in a quality or technical role
• Proven knowledge of product safety standards and applicable laws and regulations
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Who are we?

Karsten International develops a wide range of everyday products – from the latest gadgets to sustainable beauty items. Alongside working hard and delivering quality, we highly value fun and collegiality. Our team consists of driven product developers, sales experts, logistics talents, online marketplace specialists, and graphic designers. With our extensive international network and more than ten years of experience, we capture the hearts of consumers worldwide. You will have every opportunity to contribute to this mission.

What we offer to keep you in top shape:

• Room for personal growth and professional development
• Excellent pension scheme
• Travel allowance
• 13th month & 8% holiday allowance
• Extensive lunch options, fresh fruit, and freshly ground coffee
• Bootcamp, yoga, and the Karsten football team
• Option to lease a bike
• Access to OpenUp for mental wellbeing
• On-site massage sessions
• Discounts on our cool products
• Fun company outings
• A well-located office in Amsterdam
• Support with HSM visa and 30% ruling application (if applicable)

Our core values

• Efficient & cost-conscious: We manage time and resources smartly, think critically and value what’s already in place.
• Ambitious with long-term focus: We take ownership, build lasting relationships and stay humble in our success.
• Striving for the best: We measure, learn, improve—and challenge each other to exceed expectations.
• Direct & respectful: We communicate openly and treat everyone with respect, regardless of background.
• We like to have fun: We enjoy what we do and create a positive, energetic work environment.