Up to £65k
Full-Time | Permanent
Quality Engineering. Product Engineering. Continuous Improvement.
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Engineer to join a high-performing engineering and technology environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in Quality Engineering and Product Engineering who enjoys working across continuous improvement, product development, quality systems, supplier quality and problem-solving.
The role will support the delivery of a strategic quality roadmap, helping to drive robust processes, improve product performance and support operational excellence across engineering and technology functions.
The Role
Working as part of the Quality function, you'll support a range of continuous improvement and quality initiatives across engineering, product development and operational activity.
Responsibilities will include:
Supporting continuous improvement activity across key quality workstreams
Supporting and developing the Quality Management System
Assisting with audits and quality-related training
Supporting Product Development and Product Life Cycle activity
Working closely with engineering teams to improve product and process robustness
Supporting the management and improvement of standard operating procedures
Supporting containment actions and resolutions relating to product or operational issues
Processing and reviewing quality inputs and outputs following operational events
Supporting issue control and product quality activity
Maintaining and analysing engineering and quality KPIs
Using data to identify trends and drive proactive corrective action
Supporting supplier quality assurance activity
Working with suppliers to resolve quality issues while maintaining constructive working relationships
Supporting risk management and appropriate mitigation activity
Carrying out structured audits against defined processes and procedures
Identifying weaknesses, risks and opportunities for improvement
Supporting robust problem-solving using appropriate quality tools and techniques
What We're Looking For
Previous Quality Engineering experience
Strong Product Engineering knowledge
Experience working within an engineering, manufacturing, automotive, motorsport or similarly technical environment
Strong understanding of engineering processes supporting product development
Good problem-solving capability
Ability to use structured tools and techniques to identify root causes and implement solutions
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets
Understanding of risk management and mitigation
Experience supporting or working with a Quality Management System
Experience carrying out audits
Supplier quality management experience
Strong communication and influencing skills
Excellent attention to detail and process
Proactive and highly motivated approach
Ability to adapt within a fast-paced and changing environment
Reliable, organised and comfortable taking ownership of tasks
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate both Product Engineering and Quality Engineering knowledge.
Systems & Technical Skills
Experience using the following would be highly advantageous:
Microsoft Office
Visio
Power BI
Jira
Confluence
SharePoint
Database and issue-tracking systems
Data analysis and reporting tools
Awareness of Microsoft Project would also be beneficial.
Qualifications & Experience
A background in Quality Engineering and/or Product Engineering is essential
A BEng would be advantageous
Alternatively, around 5 years' experience within Product and/or Quality Engineering would be beneficial
A current UK driving licence is required
Previous motorsport engineering or motorsport operational experience would be highly desirable
What We're Looking For Personally
You'll ideally be:
Proactive
Analytical
Highly detail-focused
Process driven
Adaptable
Highly motivated
A strong communicator and influencer
Reliable and committed
Someone with a genuine interest in engineering and high-performance environments
What's On Offer
Competitive salary
Full-time, permanent position
Opportunity to work within a highly technical engineering environment
Exposure to product development, supplier quality and continuous improvement
Opportunity to work with complex engineering products and processes
Strong scope for professional development
Potential progression into a Senior Quality Engineer
If you're an experienced Quality Engineer with strong product engineering knowledge and a passion for continuous improvement, apply today!
Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted
Salary description
£60000.00 - £65000.00 per year