Summary
Eaton is hiring a Key Quality Controller in Dubai to oversee quality and compliance across PCBA production. The role includes in-line and final inspections, process monitoring, root cause analysis, corrective actions, audit support, and training production staff. Applicants need a relevant technical bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of quality-control experience in PCBA or electronics manufacturing, with practical knowledge of IPC-A-610 and inspection tools. Eaton describes the worktime model as hybrid; no salary or visa conditions are stated.
The posting
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Dubai serves as a strategic hub for Eaton’s Middle East operations, bringing together commercial, engineering, manufacturing, and support teams within a globally connected business environment. Building on more than 40 years in the region, Eaton recently announced the development of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, reinforcing our long‑term investment in growth, collaboration, and capability building.
As a Key Quality Operator - MCB, you are responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of PCBA products throughout the production process. You perform in-line inspections, validate process controls, and lead quality assurance activities to maintain high standards. This role requires advanced knowledge of PCBA manufacturing, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to quality management. Prior experience in PCBA production quality control is essential. You are responsible to monitor, inspect, and control the quality of PCBA production processes and outputs, ensuring adherence to specifications, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you’ll do:
- Supervise and lead quality inspectors and work closely with them for testing activities.
- Conduct in-line and final inspections of PCBA units for defects, alignment, solder quality, and component placement.
- Verify compliance with IPC standards and customer specifications.
- Monitor process parameters and identify deviations or risks to product quality.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.
- Document inspection results and maintain traceability records.
- Coordinate with production, quality operators, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues.
- Support audits and implement quality control plans.
- Train production staff on quality standards and inspection techniques.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and ESD-safe inspection area.
- Drive continuous improvement in quality assurance processes and product reliability.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics or Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in PCBA or Electronics components manufacturing quality control.
Skills:
- Practical experience in inspection, process validation, and quality documentation.
- Strong understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes and quality standards.
- Proficiency in IPC-A-610 and other relevant inspection criteria.
- Ability to use microscopes, AOI systems, inspection instruments and measurement tools.
- Knowledge of ESD safety procedures and defect classification.
- Familiarity with quality management systems and documentation practices.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
What we offer you:
- Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry
- Work in a company that is commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability
- Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
- Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company. Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide
- Strong, agile and diverse team locally and globally
- Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools
- Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans
- Detailed induction support and well-structured onboarding
- Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model
Living and Working in Dubai
Dubai is an internationally connected city that offers strong professional opportunities within a truly global environment. Living and working in Dubai means being part of a diverse, forward‑looking business community, supported by modern infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a well‑established expatriate ecosystem.
At Eaton, employees based in Dubai are part of a stable, well‑governed organization that brings together global teams, clear ways of working, and the flexibility needed to support both performance and long‑term career development.