Quality Engineer

Carbon 60; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advanced technology firm in the UK is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to enhance quality standards for security technology. The role involves managing internal audits, supporting engineering with quality insights, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal for candidates with a degree in Quality or Engineering, a Quality Auditor certification, and 3-5 years of QA experience in an electromechanical environment. Competitive salary and collaborative working environment offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Collaborative environment focused on innovation

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in Quality Assurance in an electromechanical environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001 QMS requirements.
• Ability to support product development and engineering with quality input.

Responsibilities

• Execute QA strategies to meet industry standards and customer requirements.
• Manage internal audits and corrective actions.
• Liaise with suppliers for inspections and incoming quality checks.

Skills

Quality Auditing

Problem-Solving Techniques

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma

Education

Degree in Quality, Engineering, or Electronics

Quality Auditor Certification

Tools

Mechanical Measuring Equipment (CMM or FARO arm)

ERP (D365)

Office365

Job description

Quality Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our Advanced Detection Systems team. This role is critical in ensuring world-class standards for our RTT X-ray systems used in security screening. You'll work across engineering, production, suppliers, and service teams to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute QA strategies to meet industry standards and customer requirements.
• Support product development and engineering with quality input.
• Manage internal audits, corrective actions, and third-party / customer audits.
• Maintain ISO9001 Quality Management System and calibration processes.
• Investigate quality issues, lead root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Liaise with suppliers for inspections and incoming quality checks.
• Lead Customer Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in Quality, Engineering, or Electronics preferred.
• Quality Auditor certification.
• 3-5 years' experience in Quality Assurance (electromechanical environment preferred).
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001 QMS requirements.
• Experience with mechanical measuring equipment (CMM or FARO arm advantageous).
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, 8D, SPC, and structured problem‑solving techniques.
• Ability to read technical drawings; GD&T knowledge is a plus.
• ERP experience (D365 preferred) and proficiency in Office365.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge security technology.

Collaborative environment focused on innovation and quality.

Competitive salary and benefits. Apply today and help us set the standard for security screening technology!