Quality Assurance Engineer

STR Group Limited; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to maintain and enhance their Quality Management System (QMS). You will lead key quality initiatives, drive audits, and support continuous improvement efforts within a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates have thorough experience with ISO9001, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to quality management.

Benefits

Career Development

Strategic Impact

Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a Quality role within a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 and quality systems.
• Experience in audit delivery and managing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead upkeep of QMS in accordance with ISO9001/TL9000.
• Develop and manage the internal audit programme.
• Facilitate and support external audits.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Lead Auditor ISO9001

Tools

SAP

JIRA

Investigation Tools

Job description

Quality Assurance Engineer - London - up to £55,000 + Bonus + Ex.Benefits - Permanent

Primary Purpose:
Play a leading role in maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS) at the UK site, ensuring all processes are compliant, up to date, and clearly owned.It drives internal and external audits, and leads root cause investigations, supporting key initiatives including system recertification and management reviews.Above all, it promotes a collaborative, proactive approach to continuous quality improvement.

Benefits:
Strategic Impact - Lead quality initiatives that directly influence business outcomes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work with senior leaders across multiple departments
Career Development - Gain experience in audits, recertification, and continuous improvement
Supportive Culture - Join a team that values collaboration and proactive problem-solving

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the upkeep and development of the site's QMS in line with ISO9001/TL9000
• Develop, manage and deliver the internal audit programme using a risk-based approach
• Facilitate and support external audits
• Lead RCA investigations using 8D, 5 Whys and Ishikawa methodologies
• Drive the business through a major QMS recertification initiative
• Lead annual Management Reviews in collaboration with all Process Owners
• Track audit findings and lead weekly meetings to ensure timely resolution
• Manage controlled documents and ensure timely updates and reviews

Required:
Solid experience in a Quality role within a multidisciplinary or regulated environment
Strong understanding of ISO9001 and quality systems
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
Proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving
Experienced in audit delivery and managing corrective actions
Lead Auditor ISO9001

Desirable:
Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent continuous improvement training.
Experience using SAP, JIRA, and investigation tools.
Knowledge of Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) metrics.

How to apply:
To apply for this excellent opportunity, please submit your CV for review.