Quality Engineer

ETS Consulting Ltd; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

Job summary

ETS Consulting Ltd is seeking a Quality Engineer for our Droitwich site. The role is Monday to Friday days, with a salary of £48,000 to £55,000 and a full benefits package.

Based in Droitwich, you will develop and maintain high-quality standards for plant-produced components, with travel to supplier sites as needed. You will work within ISO 9001 QMS framework and coordinate inspections to support project goals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering or similar.
• Six Sigma knowledge or experience preferred.
• Experience in quality assurance and NDT coordination.
• Ability to read P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspection to ensure quality.
• Implement sampling plans to improve QC efficiency.
• Perform dimensional checks against GA/isometrics and torque specs.
• Coordinate NDT activities (VT, PT/MT, RT/UT) and review reports.
• Create ITPs, quality plans, checklists, and weld maps.
• Maintain traceability of materials and calibrated tools.
• Lead NCR management and CAPA actions.

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Strong communicator

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Navisworks

EtQ/Intelex

Job description

Quality Engineer

Location: Droitwich

Mon-Friday Days based

Salary: £48,000 to £55,000 + Full Benefits Package

Reference: Jo7443/MP

The Company

An excellent opportunity has arisen within a world leading manufacturer of specialist engineered components. The company is well established globally having grown it's based on technological development and expertise, leading to a worldwide reputation for high quality products and services through leading edge technology.

Overview

In this role, as a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a high level of quality for products delivered by our plant. The Quality Engineer is expected to operate within a framework of procedures and specific targets in pursuit of overall department goals and objectives.

Predominantly based at the Droitwich site, however, will require some travel for inspections at Supplier sites.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspection & Verification

• Oversee and coordinate incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Optimize quality control efficiency and effectiveness by implementing sound quality sampling methods.
• Dimensional checks against GA/isometrics, bolt torque, gasket type, flow direction, and tagging.
• Oversee NDT coordination (VT, PT/MT, RT/UT as applicable); review reports and close out findings

Standards, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure builds conform to specifications, P&IDs, isometrics, and applicable codes (e.g., ISO 9001 QMS, PED/UKCA where applicable, ASME/EN pipework standards, electrical standards).
• Maintain device/heat-number traceability; control calibrated instruments and welding consumables per procedure.
• Create/own ITPs, quality plans, inspection checklists, and weld maps; manage NCRs, concessions, and corrective actions.
• Produce data books/turnover dossiers: MTCs, WPS/PQR/WPQR, welder logs, NDT & pressure test records, electrical test certs, FAT/SAT reports.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Lead the NCR Management System (5 Whys, Ishikawa) with measurable effectiveness checks in place
• Ensure that all SPC defects /first-pass yield/defect Pareto to target chronic issues (e.g., gasket seating, torque scatter, cable terminations).
• Feed manufacturability improvements back to Design (Poka-Yoke, standardization of valves/instrumentation, clearer isos/BOMs)

Collaboration & Leadership

• Coach welders/fitters/assembly techs on inspection criteria, pressure-test safety, cleanliness standards, and E&I test methods.
• Participate in daily stand-ups and readiness reviews; provide clear quality status and risk visibility to PMs and Production.
• Host client/third-party inspectors; manage hold/witness points and close comments professionally.

Skills & Requirements

• Solid, hands-on experience in mechanical/electromechanical fabrication or modular plant construction.
• Can read/interpret P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings, electrical schematics, and data sheets.
• Competent with precision measurement, pressure testing rigs, torquing methods, and basic electrical test equipment.
• Familiar with welding quality (WPS/PQR/WPQR), material traceability, and typical NDT methods.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS and project documentation controls
• Strong communicator who's comfortable on the shop floor and with clients/inspectors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering or similar
• Six Sigma (Green Belt a plus); prior experience with SPC and CAPA
• Experience with PED/UKCA, ASME B31.x/EN piping codes, pressure testing standards, ATEX considerations (where relevant), and BMS/I/O FATs.
• E&I familiarity: continuity/IR testing, loop checks, VFD setup basics.

KPIs / Success Measures

• First pass yield on FAT, NCR rate & closure lead time, punch-list burn-down before ship date.
• On-time data book delivery, client/TP inspection acceptance at first presentation.
• Leak-free pressure tests, reduction in rework hours, effectiveness of CAPA (sustained).

Tools & Systems (example stack)

• QMS: ISO 9001 workflows, NCR/CAPA system (e.g., EtQ/Intelex/Jira).
• Drawings & Data: Autodesk/Inventor/Plant 3D, Navisworks, or similar; Office/365.
• Test: Calibrated pressure gauges, recorders/data-loggers, torque tools, multi-meters