Quality Engineer

Subject: Exciting Opportunity: Quality Engineer – Precision Engineering Industry

We are currently hiring for a Quality Engineer role with a leading global provider of high-performance mechanical power transmission solutions. This company has a rich history of engineering excellence, supplying advanced technology to industries such as defence, marine, energy, and industrial manufacturing. With a strong international presence and a reputation for precision engineering and innovation, they offer a fantastic environment for professional growth.

About the Role:
As a Quality Engineer, you will work closely with the Lead Quality Engineer and cross-functional teams, supporting integrated project teams (IPTs) to maintain product quality, compliance, and process governance. This role is key in driving right-first-time (RFT) delivery, resolving quality issues, and improving manufacturing and assembly processes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Maintain and govern ISO 9001:2015 management systems, conducting audits and ensuring compliance with internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using industry-standard tools (8D, A3, DMAIC, 5 WHY, Ishikawa).
- Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and third-party auditors to verify and deliver quality standards.
- Conduct internal and supplier audits to assess adherence to contractual and industry regulations.
- Review and update quality documentation, including inspection reports, test plans, certificates of conformity, and first article inspection reports (FAIR).
- Support non-conformance investigations, manage Supplier Defect Reports (SDRs), and oversee corrective actions.
- Provide dimensional analysis and validation inspections using various measurement systems and techniques.
- Develop continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing quality processes and resolving long-standing issues with internal and external stakeholders.
- Generate key quality performance reports, including cost of poor quality (COPQ) and process governance metrics (Pareto, histograms).
- Engage in regular meetings, offering quality insights and guidance to internal and external stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For:

- Apprenticeship or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
- Experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Engineering environments.
- Strong understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and other industry standards (AQAP, DEFSTAN, Lloyd’s Rules for Naval Ships).
- Internal auditing certification to ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with manufactured components such as gears, shafts, bearings, and gearboxes.
- Proficiency in engineering drawings, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), and high-precision measurement techniques.
- Experience in structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 WHY, Ishikawa, DMAIC).
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP (or similar ERP systems).
- Why Join This Company?
- Work on cutting-edge engineering projects in industries such as defence, marine, power, and industrial manufacturing.
- Be part of a globally recognized company with a legacy of technical expertise and engineering innovation.
- Engage in continuous professional development through structured training programs and hands-on project experience.
- Monday to Friday schedule (37.5 hours/week) with a strong team-oriented environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must meet UK Right to Work criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements.

If this opportunity interests you, I’d love to discuss it further. Please reply with your CV or let me know a convenient time for a quick chat.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Best regards,
Elliott