Senior Quality Engineer - Electronic products

Verso Recruitment Group; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading electronics manufacturer in Colchester is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer - Electronic products to own and drive the quality function. You will manage the QMS, engage with engineering, production and customers, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing process.

The role demands a strong background in electronics manufacturing, senior quality leadership, and hands-on ISO9001 experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Proven background in quality engineering at a senior or lead level.
• Hands-on experience with ISO9001 and QMS ownership.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work directly with customers.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, problem-solving tools, and quality methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with engineering and production teams to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Leading quality activities across the manufacturing process for electronic products.
• Managing, maintaining, and improving the company’s QMS.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and supporting audits.
• Acting as a customer-facing quality representative, handling queries and driving resolution.
• Supporting root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing

Senior quality engineering

ISO9001 & QMS ownership

Customer communication

Quality improvement

Job description

Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer - Electronic products

Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 basic + benefits

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Arrangements: On-site - Some flexibility to WFH

Right to work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. They cannot offer sponsorship.

This is a standalone role to take responsibility for the Quality function at a c50 person electronic OEM business. Once this person is in place, they will recruit a Quality Inspector to support them.

So, this role would suit an experienced Senior Quality Engineer or Quality Manager looking for a role with autonomy and the opportunity to own Quality.

Are you an experienced Quality Engineer/Manager with a strong background in electronic product manufacturing? Do you enjoy taking ownership of quality systems, processes, and continuous improvement? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role with real influence.

A leading electronics manufacturer in Colchester is looking for a Senior Quality Engineer - Electronic products to join their growing team. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving the company’s Quality Management System, driving compliance to ISO9001, and acting as a technical point of contact for customers.

This role suits someone who is confident, collaborative, and comfortable working across engineering, production, and customer teams.

Senior Quality Engineer - Electronic products - What You’ll Be Doing

• Working closely with engineering and production teams to ensure product quality and reliability
• Leading quality activities across the manufacturing process for electronic products
• Managing, maintaining, and improving the company’s QMS
• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and supporting audits
• Acting as a customer‑facing quality representative, handling queries and driving resolution
• Supporting root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives

Senior Quality Engineer - Electronic products - What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience in electronics manufacturing
• Proven background in quality engineering at a senior or lead level
• Hands‑on experience with ISO9001 and QMS ownership
• Confident communicator with the ability to work directly with customers
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, problem‑solving tools, and quality methodologies

Senior Quality Engineer - Electronic products - Why Join?

• Opportunity to shape and influence quality strategy
• Work with an established manufacturer with a strong reputation
• Collaborative culture with real autonomy in your role

This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, successful company and own & improve their quality functions.