Quality Engineer

Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client is a leading global manufacturer of innovative fluid-flow and mechanical systems seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to uphold high product-quality standards across manufacturing, including inspection, documentation, problem-solving and continuous improvement.

The Quality Engineer will coordinate inspections, verify dimensions and tolerances, drive NCRs, CAPA and root-cause investigations, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, PED, UKCA and applicable standards.

Qualifications

• Quality experience within mechanical or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Experience in fabrication, pipework or modular plant construction.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings, electrical schematics and datasheets.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment, pressure-testing equipment and torque tools.
• Knowledge of welding quality, material traceability and NDT methods.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and controlled project documentation.
• Strong communication skills with production teams, clients and inspectors.
• Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering qualification would be advantageous.
• Experience with Six Sigma, SPC, CAPA, PED, UKCA, ATEX or piping standards would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate incoming, in-process and final inspection activities.
• Conduct dimensional inspections against drawings, specifications, P&IDs and isometrics.
• Verify bolt torques, gasket types, flow directions and product identification.
• Coordinate NDT activities, review reports and ensure findings are resolved.
• Ensure products comply with ISO 9001, PED, UKCA and applicable ASME and EN standards.
• Maintain material traceability, calibrated equipment and welding-consumable controls.
• Create inspection and test plans, quality plans, inspection checklists and weld maps.
• Manage NCRs, concessions, corrective actions and preventive actions.
• Lead root-cause investigations using 5 Whys, Ishikawa and other structured techniques.
• Monitor SPC data, first-pass yield and defect trends to reduce rework.
• Produce manufacturing data books and project handover documentation.
• Work with Design and Production to improve manufacturability and standardisation.
• Coach production employees on inspection, testing and quality requirements.
• Support daily production meetings and communicate quality risks.
• Host client and third-party inspections and manage hold and witness points.
• Complete occasional quality inspections at supplier sites

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Manufacturing Engineering

NDT Methods

ISO 9001 Knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Torque tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Our client is a leading global manufacturer of innovative fluid-flow and mechanical systems and is looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join their growing team!

The Quality Engineer will maintain high product-quality standards throughout manufacturing, covering inspection, compliance, documentation, problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Quality Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate incoming, in-process and final inspection activities
• Conduct dimensional inspections against drawings, specifications, P&IDs and isometrics
• Verify bolt torques, gasket types, flow directions and product identification
• Coordinate NDT activities, review reports and ensure findings are resolved
• Ensure products comply with ISO 9001, PED, UKCA and applicable ASME and EN standards
• Maintain material traceability, calibrated equipment and welding-consumable controls
• Create inspection and test plans, quality plans, inspection checklists and weld maps
• Manage NCRs, concessions, corrective actions and preventive actions
• Lead root-cause investigations using 5 Whys, Ishikawa and other structured techniques
• Monitor SPC data, first-pass yield and defect trends to reduce rework
• Produce manufacturing data books and project handover documentation
• Work with Design and Production to improve manufacturability and standardisation
• Coach production employees on inspection, testing and quality requirements
• Support daily production meetings and communicate quality risks
• Host client and third-party inspections and manage hold and witness points
• Complete occasional quality inspections at supplier sites

Quality Engineer Ideal Candidate:

• Quality experience within mechanical or electromechanical manufacturing
• Experience in fabrication, pipework or modular plant construction
• The ability to interpret P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings, electrical schematics and datasheets
• Experience using precision measuring equipment, pressure-testing equipment and torque tools
• Knowledge of welding quality, material traceability and NDT methods
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and controlled project documentation
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with production teams, clients and inspectors
• A Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering qualification would be advantageous
• Experience with Six Sigma, SPC, CAPA, PED, UKCA, ATEX or piping standards would be beneficial

Quality Engineer Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 to 16:0, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• Friday: 07:00 to 13:00
• This is a full-time, permanent and predominantly site-based Quality Engineer position