Quality Engineer

Escape; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Quality Engineer for a manufacturing client in West Lothian. The role involves maintaining quality standards, managing calibration systems, and supporting audits. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or related fields and experience with AS9100 standards. This position offers opportunities for career progression and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Work on advanced products

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quality Engineer in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001/13485 standards.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining quality standards.
• Manage the calibration system, ensuring gauges are traceable.
• Conduct internal and external audits including AS9100.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Escape Recruitment is recruiting a Quality Engineer for our client, a leading manufacturer based in West Lothian.

You'll play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards, supporting audits, managing calibration systems, and driving continuous improvement to ensure top product quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining and improving quality standards across production.
• Manage and maintain the calibration system, ensuring gauges are calibrated and traceable.
• Take part in internal and external audits, including AS9100 and customer audits.
• Manage non-conformance issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.
• Maintain quality documentation, records, and databases to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and drive improvements.

About You

• Experienced Quality Engineer from a manufacturing background
• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Knowledge of AS9100 (or ISO 9001/13485) standards and quality management systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with experience in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Confident communicator, able to work well with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel; experience with Minitab or similar tools is a bonus.
• Able to work full-time on site, Monday to Friday, and occasionally travel for supplier audits.

What's on Offer

• Join a respected and innovative engineering company.
• Work on advanced products for critical applications.
• Be part of a skilled, collaborative team.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development