Quality Engineer (Renewable Energy)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A clean-tech company in Cornwall is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure product and process quality. The role involves documentation control, ISO compliance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in renewable energy. The ideal candidate will have experience in quality engineering and relevant educational qualifications. This position offers a salary between £45,000 - £48,000, alongside benefits including training, 36 days holiday, and hybrid working opportunities.

Benefits

Training

Progression

36 Days Holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in quality, document control, or technical engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Control and maintain engineering and project documentation across the business.
• Execute continuous improvement activities aligned with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and quality control checks across engineering and installation.
• Represent the Quality Department in NCR, CAPA, and engineering change control.
• Support supplier quality assurance, material inspection, and documentation traceability.
• Participate in HAZOP, FMEA, and product validation testing.
• Create dashboards and quality reports to drive data-led engineering improvements.

Skills

ISO systems

auditing

document control

continuous improvement

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Quality Engineering

Job description

Quality Engineer (Renewable Energy)

£45,000 - £48,000 + Training + Progression + 36 Days Holiday + Private Medical Insurance + Pension + Hybrid

Cornwall

Are you a Quality Engineer with experience in ISO systems, auditing, and document control? Do you want to join a pioneering clean energy company that's revolutionising the production of renewable biomethane through cutting-edge technology and sustainable engineering

About the Company

This company is a clean-tech company based in Cornwall developing world-first solutions that capture, store, and distribute methane from on-farm and waste sources. Their systems convert biogas into high-quality biomethane, enabling carbon-neutral fuel for transport and power applications. Backed by major industry partners, they are driving the transition to a more sustainable, energy-independent future.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at the forefront of renewable gas innovation. You'll play a key role in maintaining product and process quality across the engineering lifecycle, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a highly innovative environment.

• Control and maintain engineering and project documentation across the business.
• Execute continuous improvement activities aligned with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and quality control checks across engineering and installation.
• Represent the Quality Department in NCR, CAPA, and engineering change control.
• Support supplier quality assurance, material inspection, and documentation traceability.
• Participate in HAZOP, FMEA, and product validation testing.
• Create dashboards and quality reports to drive data-led engineering improvements.

The Person

• Experience in a quality, document control, or technical engineering role.
• HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Quality Engineering.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on your experience, qualifications, and skillset.