Quality Engineer

INNOVA SEARCH; Brock Hill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy to shape QA

High-tech projects

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

INNOVA SEARCH is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer/Manager to own the ISO 9001 QMS within a growing electronics design and manufacturing business. You will drive process improvements, manage NCRs, CAPA, and maintain compliance across R&D, Production, and Purchasing.

This hands-on role offers autonomy to shape the quality function, exposure to high-tech projects, and a competitive package. Collaboration across functions and strong documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within an ISO 9001 certified QMS.
• Strong background in QA, RCA, CAPA and non-conformance management.
• Excellent documentation and MS Office skills.
• Strong communication with Production and Engineering teams.
• Autonomous, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, develop, and improve the QMS to ISO 9001 standards.
• Conduct internal audits across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain.
• Manage ECNs / ECRs and controlled documentation.
• Lead NCR investigations, customer returns (RMA), and CAPA activities.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, and Purchasing to ensure product reliability.
• Utilise ERP/MRP for quality tracking and calibration management.

Skills

ISO 9001

QA Experience

RCA

CAPA

Documentation

MS Office

ERP/MRP

Cross-functional

Tools

PPAP

FMEA

Control Plans

IPC standards

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer, or Quality Systems Specialist to take full ownership of the Quality Management System (ISO 9001) within a growing electronics design and manufacturing business.

Working cross-functionally across R&D, Production, and Purchasing, you will drive process improvements, manage non-conformances, and maintain top-tier compliance for high-spec engineering clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management System (QMS): Maintain, develop, and continuously improve the QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Internal Auditing: Conduct regular internal audits across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain operations; support external compliance audits.
• Engineering Change Control: Manage Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs / ECRs) and oversee controlled technical documentation.
• Root Cause Analysis & CAPA: Lead non-conformance investigations (NCR), customer returns (RMA), and implementation of CAPA using structured techniques (8D, 5-Why).
• Cross-Functional Quality Support: Collaborate directly with R&D, Electronics Production, and Purchasing to maintain high product reliability and client standards.
• ERP & Calibration: Utilise ERP/MRP systems for quality tracking and maintain equipment calibration schedules.

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience working within an ISO 9001 certified Quality Management System.
• Strong background in Quality Assurance (QA), root cause analysis, CAPA, and non-conformance management.
• Excellent documentation, administrative, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong communication skills with experience working alongside Production and Engineering teams.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

Desirable Criteria

• Background in electronics manufacturing, PCB assembly
• Certified Internal Auditor (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
• Experience with PPAP, Control Plans, FMEA, or IPC standards

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (£45,000 - £50,000 DoE).
• True autonomy to shape and build the quality function in a growing business
• Exposure to high-tech, complex electronics projects and market-leading enterprise clients.
• Company benefits package and professional development