Quality Engineer

About Us

We’re a well-established steel fabrication and manufacturing business supplying precision components to a range of industries. We’re looking for a Quality Engineer to join our team — someone with strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the drive to maintain and improve quality across our operations.

This is a hands-on role, working closely with production, engineering, and customers to ensure products meet all quality and compliance requirements.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure all products meet customer quality requirements and company standards.
• Manage customer and internal concerns, conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Support supplier development, including closing out Supplier Corrective Action Reports (CARs).
• Carry out manufacturing process audits, manage quality concessions, and support compliance reviews.
• Maintain and report on key quality performance indicators (KPIs).
• Drive and participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving projects across the business.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain strong quality communication and standards.

Essential Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (including GD&T).
• Proficient in using basic measuring equipment (e.g., callipers, micrometres, gauges).
• Working knowledge of automotive core tools: PPAP, Control Plans, FMEA, APQP.
• Experience with problem-solving tools and techniques (e.g., 8D reports).
• Proven experience handling customer and internal quality issues.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Confident computer skills – Microsoft Office and data reporting tools.

Desirable Knowledge & Experience

• Experience in welding/fabrication environments (CSWIP 3.0 or 3.1 certification advantageous).
• Advanced use of measuring and inspection equipment.
• Experience managing or coordinating a calibration system.
• Understanding of compliance systems such as IMDS.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements or internal auditing experience.

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC or higher in an Engineering discipline (preferred).
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar Quality Engineering or Quality Technician role.
• CSWIP 3.0 / 3.1 certification (desirable).

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• New starter incentive payment.
• Shorter working day on Fridays.
• Supportive, team-based working environment.
• Opportunities for training, certification, and career development.
• A key role in driving continuous improvement in a growing manufacturing business.