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Quality Engineer

📍 LE4, Birstall, City of Leicester
£36,000 per annum
£36000 - £44000/annum plus benefits
Industry: Automotive/Aerospace
Applications: <10
Posted: 18-03-2026
Company: Vectis Recruitment
Type: Permanent
Reference: 224879487

Job Description:

A global manufacturer developing an innovate product for use in the Aerospace & Automotive sectors has a new vacancy for a Quality Engineer to join the team. Focused on New Product Introduction, the position will focus on strengthening design robustness, manufacturing readiness and long‑term product reliability. Candidates are sought with a good understanding of APQP process and will have worked in a fast paced highly regulated sector.

The Role

Lead quality activities for NPI projects, supporting concept‑to‑release deliverables and manufacturing readiness.

Ensure all quality activities, risk assessments and deliverables are completed in accordance with APQP requirements and a zero‑defect launch.

Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems to ensure compliance with industry and customer requirements.

Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.

Work closely with engineering & production to improve product quality to ensure the highest quality standards.

Monitor change in customer specifications ensuring process owners implement change when required.

Uphold processes that ensure health, safety and environmental best practices.

The Person

Previous experience of New Product Introduction and excellent understanding of APQP processes.

Experience working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment (aerospace, automotive, defence, etc).

Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and corrective actions

Excellent understanding of quality assurance management principles and practice.

In-depth knowledge of quality control standards and methodologies.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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