Freelance Engineer
About the job
- A degree in engineering, such as mechanical, mechatronics, vehicle engineering, or a similar field.
- At least 2–3 years of quality or process engineering experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
- English communication skills.
- The administrative capability needed for contractor collaboration, or willingness to become self-employed.
- Support quality processes at manufacturing companies, depending on the project.
- Improve quality metrics.
- Support the launch of new projects.
- Conduct supplier quality assurance and audits.
- Analyze defects, solve problems, and coordinate corrective actions.
- Liaise among manufacturing, engineering, and customers.
- Optimize processes.
- Actively participate in handling complaints.
- German language skills.
- Automotive industry experience.
About the company
Trigo provides on-site quality management services for manufacturers, especially in automotive and aerospace. Its core activity is sending teams of engineers and technicians to factory floors to inspect and manage quality across the supply chain, extending beyond inspections to include quality auditing, consulting, and training. These services help prevent defects from stopping production by catching issues early during the manufacturing process. The company differentiates itself through its hands-on, global field presence and its growth through acquisitions, giving it deep expertise across industries and regions while building a large multinational footprint. The primary goal is to ensure consistent product quality and reliability by reducing defects and downtime, supporting manufacturers to maintain smooth production and supply chain operations.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
France
Founded
1997
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Ardian’s April 2026 sale validates TRIGO as a scaled, strategic asset.
- Controreupe acquisition in 2025 strengthened nondestructive testing for aerospace and defense.
- TRIGO reports 12,000 employees and €550M revenue, showing broad installed demand.
What critics are saying
- Montyon Capital still needs competition clearance for the April 2026 acquisition.
- Automotive customers can slash outsourced quality spend during plant downturns, hitting utilization fast.
- A deep recession in European manufacturing would pressure TRIGO's labor-heavy, site-based model.
What makes TRIGO unique
- TRIGO runs permanent teams on 550 manufacturing sites across 28 countries.
- TRIGO combines inspection, rework, auditing, consulting, training, and engineering for manufacturers.
- TRIGO expanded into aerospace, defense, rail, and heavy transportation through Controreupe and SCSI.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Meal Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- Performance Bonus