Quality Engineer

SWARCO; Melsonby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading traffic management solutions company is seeking a Quality Engineer based in Melsonby, England. This role involves developing and implementing quality assurance processes, collaborating with teams across manufacturing and supply chain, and driving a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will hold a degree or equivalent experience in quality management or engineering and be familiar with various quality tools and methodologies. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, including a company vehicle and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Mobile Phone

25 days holiday

Generous pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts portal

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Quality Management or equivalent experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO auditing is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality assurance processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive preventive actions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to meet quality specifications.

Skills

Quality tools and techniques

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

8D

FMEA

SPC

PPAP

MSA

Job description

Challenge

The Better Way. Every Day. At the forefront of intelligent traffic management, we design and deliver innovative solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently across the UK and Ireland. Start making an impact with us today and join teams in over 70 countries.

What you will do

Our Quality, Health, Safety, and Security (QHSS) team is expanding, and we need a Quality Engineer to act as the key liaison for quality.

You will be at the heart of the action, working closely with manufacturing, design, and supply chain teams. Your mission : to collaboratively identify potential failures, prevent issues before they start, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

You will also be :

• Developing and implementing quality assurance processes and procedures (including ISO standards and CE / UKCA marking).
• Interpreting detailed engineering drawings and specifications to define quality requirements.
• Analysing any quality performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Conducting root cause analysis and corrective / preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborating with suppliers to ensuring incoming materials and services meet specifications.
• Using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and supporting 5S principles.
• Supporting non-conformance management and ensure effective resolution

Profile

What we are looking for

• Degree or HNC / HND in Engineering, Quality Management (or similar) OR experience working in similar Quality Engineer role (in a manufacturing or engineering environment).
• Comfortable using a range of Quality tools, techniques and quality management systems – (ie ISO 9001, IATF 16949, 8D, FMEA, SPC, PPAP, MSA).
• Experience with ISO auditing (internal or external) preferred
• Good communication and cross-functional teamwork abilities.

Benefit

What we offer

As well as providing a competitive salary and benefits package, SWARCO actively runs employee opinion surveys as part of our drive to provide a comfortable and supportive working environment. We will support your development, and you will also receive :

• Company Vehicle | Mobile Phone
• 25 days holiday rising to 28 days excluding bank holidays, plus the option to purchase holiday.
• Generous employer pension contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts portal
• Life assurance