Quality Engineer

WR Engineering; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

WR Engineering is seeking a passionate Quality Engineer to solve manufacturing challenges and ensure product excellence. You'll work cross-functionally and manage product testing, compliance with global standards, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement in a fast-growing company.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

New modern facilities

Real progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality-focused role within industry.
• Working knowledge of ISO9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Internal auditing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate to embed smarter ways of working.
• Design and execute product test plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Compliance knowledge

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Quality Engineer

Are you a quality-focused engineer passionate about solving manufacturing challenges?

As a Quality Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of solution finding. You'll work cross-functionally with design, production, and supply chain to make sure products exceed expectations in even the harshest environments.

This is a great opportunity to have a real impact in a fast-growing, innovative company - the international leader in their field. You'll manage hands-on product testing, drive compliance with global standards, and play a key role in continuous improvement culture.

Benefits

• Salary to 35k
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• New modern facilities
• Real progression opportunities

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead internal audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate across the business to identify and embed smarter ways of working.

• Take the lead on global product regulatory compliance - CE, UKCA, RoHS, and beyond.

• Manage investigations into customer returns and supplier non-conformance.

• Own the Workshop and Test Facilities - from 5S to testing schedules.

• Design and execute product test plans to verify performance and durability.

• Contribute to product risk assessments (e.g. FMEA) and mitigate issues before they arise.

What You'll Bring

• HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Experience in a quality-focused role within industry.

• Working knowledge of ISO9001 Quality Management Systems.

• Internal auditing experience and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with 5S/6S, RCCA, and project management methodologies.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical data.

• Experience with global compliance (CE, RoHS, REACH, Prop 65) a big plus.

• PPAP knowledge is a bonus.

WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.