Quality Engineer III

ZipRecruiter; Dover; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established company seeks a Quality Engineer to enhance their quality systems and drive continuous improvement. The role involves collaboration across departments to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and relevant experience in quality assurance.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in EMS or electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies.
• Experience with IPC standards and ISO 13485 or AS9100.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality systems in compliance with ISO 13485.
• Investigate customer complaints and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve incoming material quality issues.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Quality Tools

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Quality, or a related field

Tools

Quality Management Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Quality Engineer
Department: Quality Assurance
Reports To: Quality Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Quality Engineer to join our team. This position is responsible for maintaining and improving quality systems, conducting root cause analysis, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain quality systems in compliance with ISO 13485 and industry standards such as IPC-A-610, and J-STD-001.
• Investigate customer complaints, perform root cause analysis, and lead corrective/preventive action efforts (CAPA).
• Work with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, supply chain) to resolve quality issues and ensure product conformance.
• Develop inspection methods, process control plans, and quality documentation (FMEA, Control Plans, PPAPs).
• Conduct internal and external audits to verify compliance with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, defect rates, and returns.
• Collaborate with suppliers to address incoming material quality issues and drive supplier corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Quality, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in an EMS or electronics manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 5S, RC/CA, PFMEA).
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS) and standards such as IPC standards, and ISO 13485 or AS9100 ().
• Proficiency in quality software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Skills:

• Familiarity with IPC standards, RoHS compliance, ESD and other industry regulations.
• Familiarity with electronic components, PCB assembly (SMT & through-hole), assembly documentation, and inspection techniques.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma exposure is advantageous

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rollinsford, NH 03869

Work Location: In person