Senior Quality Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Scotland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing leader in Scotland is looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to ensure product quality and support quality strategy development. The ideal candidate has extensive quality engineering experience and a technical degree. This role offers competitive salary, professional growth, and the chance to make a significant impact on product quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment essential.
• ISO 9001 Auditor certification with AS9100 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading detailed investigations into product performance issues.
• Driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and supplier processes.
• Managing internal and supplier audits for ISO compliance.
• Collaborating with teams to resolve complex quality issues.
• Acting as technical representative in customer reviews and audits.

Skills

Quality engineering experience

Technical and analytical problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in a technical or scientific discipline

ISO 9001 Auditor certification

Job description

Overview

Senior Quality Engineer, North Lanarkshire — Full-time, on-site, early finish Friday. Salary: £45–55,000 (depending on experience).

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to join our client at a Scottish manufacturing site that is undergoing significant growth and investment. This is a senior role with real influence, combining hands-on problem-solving with the opportunity to shape quality strategy in a facility that has recently invested in new equipment, automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

As the technical authority within the Quality function, you’ll play a key role in ensuring products meet the highest standards while supporting the ongoing development of the Quality Management System. You’ll be responsible for driving root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects that directly reduce the cost of poor quality. The role is customer-facing, so you’ll need the confidence and credibility to represent the company in technical discussions with high-profile customers across regulated industries.

Key responsibilities

• Leading detailed investigations into product performance issues and implementing robust corrective actions
• Driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and supplier processes to enhance reliability and efficiency
• Managing internal and supplier audits, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100
• Working closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve complex quality issues
• Acting as a trusted technical representative in customer reviews and audits

Key skills

• Proven experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment essential
• Degree in a technical or scientific discipline (Engineering )
• ISO 9001 Auditor certification (AS9100 experience )
• Strong technical and analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to influence outcomes
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage suppliers, customers, and colleagues at all levels

Why join?

This is a great opportunity to make a visible impact on product quality in a business that values technical expertise and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a skilled and supportive team, work with the latest manufacturing technologies on advanced products that power critical applications, and benefit from clear opportunities for progression and professional growth.