Senior Quality Engineer

Job Description:

Hours: 0830-1700 Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Engineering / Manufacturing

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to support and manage quality processes across our precision engineering business. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS), leading audits, managing non-conformance systems, and ensuring compliance with customer and industry standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong quality assurance experience who thrives in a technical, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and review the company’s Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
• Lead and participate in internal and external audits (customers, suppliers, accreditation bodies)
• Manage non-conformance systems (IRN, SRN, CRN) and ensure effective resolution of NCRs
• Communicate NCR outcomes to stakeholders including customers, suppliers, and employees
• Provide technical support on quality issues and contribute to quoting activities when required
• Oversee the inspection department, including CMM program control and workload management
• Manage calibration systems to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Ensure correct use of route cards, drawings, and work instructions across production
• Support budget control and departmental resource allocation
• Promote continuous improvement and drive quality initiatives across the business

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a Quality Engineer or Senior Quality Engineer role within manufacturing or engineering
• Strong understanding of QMS, ISO9001, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of non-conformance systems and root cause analysis
• Experience managing or supporting inspection and calibration systems
• Strong auditing skills (internal/external), ideally with internal auditor or Six Sigma Green Belt training
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to influence at all levels

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities (including Six Sigma, auditing)
• Supportive, professional working environment