Quality Engineer

SoCode Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SoCode Recruitment is assisting a Cambridge-based technology company in hiring a Quality Engineer to strengthen product, process and system quality. You will work with Engineering, Manufacturing and Operations to resolve complex quality challenges and embed a quality-led culture.

You will lead root cause investigations, drive CAPAs (8D, RCA, RCCA, FMEA) and support ISO9001 compliance while reporting quality KPIs to management.

Qualifications

• Proven Quality Engineer experience within manufacturing, engineering or technology.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and QMS; experienced with 8D, RCA, RCCA and FMEA.
• Excellent data analysis, problem-solving and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; capable of creating quality reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Analyse quality data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Embed a quality-first culture across the business and participate in audits.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Operations to raise product quality.

Skills

Quality Engineer experience

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Quality Management Systems (ISO9001)

8D / RCA / RCCA / FMEA

Health & Safety awareness

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Job description

Are you detail-driven with a background in quality engineering, and passionate about building world-class products right?

Do you enjoy getting hands-on with precision manufacturing, driving root cause analysis, and leading process improvements from the ground up?

We're supporting an innovative technology company operating in precision, high-tech manufacturing, currently going through a period of strong growth and business transformation. They're looking for a Quality Engineer to join their Cambridge team, playing a key role in driving product, process and system quality across the business. They need somebody who can work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing and Operations to resolve complex quality challenges and embed a quality-led culture.

What you'll be doing:

Continuous Improvement & Quality Culture

• Leading root cause investigations and driving corrective and preventive actions using recognised quality methodologies.
• Analysing quality data and performance trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Championing a quality-first culture, promoting best practice and continuous improvement across the business.
• Supporting the organisation's transformation journey by embedding quality principles into everyday decision-making.

Product & Process Quality

• Partnering with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to improve product quality, process capability and reliability.
• Supporting the introduction and validation of new products, software releases and manufacturing processes.
• Participating in risk assessment and mitigation activities to improve operational performance and customer satisfaction.

Quality Systems & Compliance

• Supporting the ongoing development and effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and other relevant regulatory, customer and business requirements.
• Planning and supporting internal audit activities, and driving actions arising from audit findings.
• Supporting change management activities to ensure effective implementation and ongoing compliance.

Stakeholder & Business Support

• Managing and investigating internal, supplier and customer quality concerns.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of corrective actions and verifying sustainable improvements.
• Developing and reporting quality KPIs, and presenting recommendations to management.
• Building strong cross-functional relationships across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Operations.
• Acting as a visible advocate for quality excellence throughout the organisation.

What we're looking for:

• Proven Quality Engineer experience within a manufacturing, engineering or technology environment.
• Background in electronics, telecoms, optical or other high-tech manufacturing.
• Solid knowledge of Quality Management Systems and ISO9001, with experience leading root cause investigations and corrective actions (8D, RCA, RCCA, FMEA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, comfortable interpreting engineering proposals and using data to drive decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a keen eye for detail and solid Health & Safety awareness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Nice to have:

• Internal Auditor qualification, ISO27001 experience, or knowledge of RoHS/REACH/SCIP.
• Experience with statistical tools (Minitab/JMP) and manufacturing process validation