Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

INNOVA SEARCH; Danbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

INNOVA SEARCH is seeking an experienced Quality Leader to take full ownership of the ISO 9001 QMS within a growing electronics design and manufacturing business.

You will drive process improvements, manage non-conformances, and collaborate across R&D, Production and Purchasing to uphold premium quality for high-spec clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within an ISO 9001 QMS.
• Strong background in QA, root cause analysis, CAPA, and non-conformance management.
• Excellent documentation, administrative, and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, develop, and improve the QMS in line with ISO 9001.
• Conduct internal audits across R&D, Production, and Purchasing; support external audits.
• Manage Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs/ECRs) and controlled documentation.
• Lead NCR investigations, customer returns, and CAPA using 8D and 5-Why.
• Collaborate with R&D, Electronics Production, and Purchasing to ensure product reliability.
• Utilise ERP/MRP systems for quality tracking and calibration schedules.

Skills

QA focus

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Non-conformance management

Documentation

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer, or Quality Systems Specialist to take full ownership of the Quality Management System (ISO 9001) within a growing electronics design and manufacturing business.

Working cross-functionally across R&D, Production, and Purchasing, you will drive process improvements, manage non-conformances, and maintain top-tier compliance for high-spec engineering clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management System (QMS): Maintain, develop, and continuously improve the QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Internal Auditing: Conduct regular internal audits across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain operations; support external compliance audits.
• Engineering Change Control: Manage Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs / ECRs) and oversee controlled technical documentation.
• Root Cause Analysis & CAPA: Lead non-conformance investigations (NCR), customer returns (RMA), and implementation of CAPA using structured techniques (8D, 5-Why).
• Cross-Functional Quality Support: Collaborate directly with R&D, Electronics Production, and Purchasing to maintain high product reliability and client standards.
• ERP & Calibration: Utilise ERP/MRP systems for quality tracking and maintain equipment calibration schedules.

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience working within an ISO 9001 certified Quality Management System.
• Strong background in Quality Assurance (QA), root cause analysis, CAPA, and non-conformance management.
• Excellent documentation, administrative, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong communication skills with experience working alongside Production and Engineering teams.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

Desirable Criteria

• Background in electronics manufacturing, PCB assembly
• Certified Internal Auditor (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
• Experience with PPAP, Control Plans, FMEA, or IPC standards

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (£45,000 - £50,000 DoE).
• True autonomy to shape and build the quality function in a growing business
• Exposure to high-tech, complex electronics projects and market-leading enterprise clients.
• Company benefits package and professional development