Graduate Engineer / Quality Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bristol is seeking a Senior Quality & Compliance Engineer to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulations. The role involves maintaining the Quality Management System, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in quality assurance within engineering or manufacturing, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Quality Assurance & Compliance in engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong auditing background with expertise in ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Lead quality and compliance audits, managing corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Mindset

Problem Solving

Influencing

Adaptability

Education

Quality Assurance & Compliance Experience

ISO Standards Knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Location: Bristol

Reports to: Quality Manager

Direct Reports: None

Security Clearance: SC (Eligible for clearance)

Role Purpose

As a Senior Quality & Compliance Engineer, you will ensure compliance with quality standards, regulations, and project requirements across the organisation. You will maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS), conduct audits, manage non-conformances, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role focuses on quality assurance and compliance, requiring strong auditing and process improvement expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the QMS to ensure compliance with industry regulations and business requirements.
• Lead quality and compliance audits, managing corrective actions and process improvements.
• Support product assurance, ensuring products meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, streamlining processes and procedures.
• Manage non-conformances, identifying root causes and implementing solutions.
• Monitor regulatory changes, ensuring internal processes remain compliant.
• Provide training and guidance, promoting a strong quality culture across the business.
• Lead the annual audit schedule, including external certification audits.

Person Specification

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess risks and recommend improvements.
• Proactive problem solver, focused on quality and efficiency.
• Ability to influence and drive change across teams.
• Resilient and adaptable, able to work under pressure.

Experience & Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Quality Assurance & Compliance in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong auditing background with expertise in ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of quality engineering, statistical tools, and continuous improvement techniques.