Quality Assurance Engineer

Make UK; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a Salary Quality Assurance Engineer to maintain and enhance its Quality Management System (QMS). You will lead compliance efforts, facilitate audits, and drive quality improvement initiatives. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to have a strategic impact on the business, collaborating with diverse teams to promote a proactive quality culture.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the upkeep and development of the site’s QMS in line with ISO9001.
• Manage and deliver the internal audit programme using a risk-based approach.
• Facilitate and support external audits.

Skills

Excellent communication

Proactive problem solving

Collaboration

Audit delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Lead Auditor ISO9001

Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

SAP

JIRA

Job description

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

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.

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

Requirements

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

Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent continuous improvement training.

Experience using SAP, JIRA, and investigation tools.

Knowledge of Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) metrics.

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

Apply If this position interests you, and you would like to learn more or explore other available jobs that could also match your skill set, please apply today or email [e-mail]

Rob Hutchings

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Bio

With a background in Finance and Education, I decided on a change in course and joined the STR Group 10 years ago. Having worked in different areas of the company, I found my home in Insignis and am at my best working closely with our clients’ hiring managers.Focusing specifically on Electrical & Mechanical Design, Quality and Process Engineering roles, I deliver a range of recruitment solutions to clients who develop and manufacture optoelectronic and mission-critical engineering systems. Through partnering with key accounts, I help them build strong, effective engineering teams across their businesses.Outside of work, I coach an U13 Girls' Football Team, where it’s incredibly rewarding to see the players and the team grow, develop and, of course, win! I also enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, eating out, travelling and sharing new experiences together.