Senior Quality Engineer

Science Solutions Recruitment Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Solutions Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer for a leading advanced materials manufacturer in Cambridgeshire.

This role focuses on driving continuous improvement in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, partnering with Production, Engineering, Customers and Suppliers to enhance quality, process performance and efficiency. The successful candidate will apply robust problem-solving, data analysis and QMS expertise to maintain quality standards and deliver

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Engineering or related manufacturing role.
• Degree in Engineering or Quality Management, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, audits and CI methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support internal, external and customer audits and ensure QMS compliance.
• Lead and support non-conformance investigations and corrective actions.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive sustainable quality improvements.
• Interpret technical specs to support manufacturing and quality decisions.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to improve process performance and quality.
• Monitor quality data and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain PPAP documentation when required.
• Manage customer quality communications and resolutions.
• Support supplier quality activities and audits.
• Contribute to ongoing Quality Management System improvements.

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer

We are working with a leading global advanced materials manufacturer to recruit a Senior Quality Engineer for their manufacturing facility in Cambridgeshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to play a key role in driving continuous improvement across a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Customers, and Suppliers, you will support quality excellence through robust problem-solving, process improvement, and the ongoing development of quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support internal, external, and customer audits, ensuring compliance with quality management systems and customer requirements.
• Lead and support non-conformance investigations, corrective actions, and preventive improvement activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive sustainable solutions to product and process quality issues.
• Interpret technical specifications and quality requirements to support manufacturing and quality decision‑making.
• Partner with production and engineering teams to improve process performance, product quality, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and analyse quality data and KPIs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Apply quality tools and methodologies to strengthen manufacturing processes and reduce defects.
• Produce and maintain PPAP documentation where required.
• Manage customer quality communications and support the resolution of customer concerns.
• Support supplier quality activities and audits.
• Contribute to the continual development and improvement of the Quality Management System.

Experience

Candidates should have experience within Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment. Applications are welcomed from sectors such as aerospace, automotive, advanced manufacturing, industrial engineering, sheet metal fabrication, or other highly regulated industries.

Requirements

Applicants should be degree qualified in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline, although equivalent industry experience will also be considered. A strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, manufacturing processes, root cause analysis, audits, and continuous improvement methodologies is essential, alongside excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Location

Cambridgeshire

Reference

Senior Quality Engineer | Advanced Manufacturing & Quality Systems