Quality Engineer

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering company is searching for a Quality Planner Engineer to enhance its quality systems. This role involves developing quality control strategies, conducting inspections, and collaborating with engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have a background in Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years' experience in precision manufacturing. Knowledge of quality management systems and inspection techniques is essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in quality planning or quality engineering within precision manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with SPC, CPK, FAIR, and PPAP documentation.
• Experienced in using inspection and metrology tools like calipers and micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of inspection and quality control strategies.
• Define and implement inspection strategies for verification.
• Conduct SPC and CPK studies to enhance process performance.

Skills

Quality planning

Data analysis

Technical drawing interpretation

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Inspection and metrology techniques

Education

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

High QA or similar QMS/inspection software

CMM programming tools (PC-DMIS, CALYPSO)

Job description

An engineering company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Planner Engineer to strengthen its quality systems and processes.

Opportunity

As Quality Planner Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in aligning Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams — ensuring that every component and process meets or exceeds internal and customer expectations.

You will lead the development of inspection and quality control strategies, leveraging High QA software for documentation and planning, while driving data-driven decision-making through SPC, capability studies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret customer specifications and technical drawings to identify Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) features and inspection requirements
• Develop and maintain comprehensive quality planning documentation using High QA, including Control Plans, PFMEAs, First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR), PPAP submissions
• Define and implement inspection strategies covering first-off, in-process, and last-off verification
• Support CMM programming and the use of manual and digital metrology techniques
• Conduct SPC and CPK studies, applying statistical tools to enhance process performance
• Collaborate with Engineering on design reviews to ensure manufacturability and compliance with APQP principles
• Execute Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and capability studies
• Participate in internal and external audits to maintain compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and related standards
• Lead root cause investigations using 8D, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa methods to drive continuous improvement.

Experience Required

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Management, or Manufacturing (or related discipline)
• 3-5 years' experience in quality planning or quality engineering within a precision manufacturing environment
• Proficient in High QA or similar QMS/inspection software (training available)
• Qualified Quality Auditor (internal or lead preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T, machining processes, and technical drawings
• Hands-on experience with SPC, CPK, FAIR, and APQP/PPAP documentation
• Skilled in the use of inspection and metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification
• CMM programming experience (PC-DMIS, CALYPSO, or similar)
• Experience with ERP and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools

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