Quality Engineer

Position: 6 Months FTC (With the Opportunity to go Permanent)

Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, with over 1400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence that spans eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.

As a member of our team, you'll dive into an environment that encourages learning and boundary-pushing every day. You'll be part of an agile and dynamic workplace where today's solutions are built for tomorrow's challenges.

Due to the continued growth we are now recruiting a further Quality Engineer.

In this role, as a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a high level of quality for products delivered by our plant. The Quality Engineer is expected to operate within a framework of procedures and specific targets in pursuit of overall department goals and objectives.

Primarily based at the Droitwich site, however, will require some travel for inspections at Supplier sites.

• Oversee and coordinate incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Optimize quality control efficiency and effectiveness by implementing sound quality sampling methods.
• Dimensional checks against GA/isometrics, bolt torque, gasket type, flow direction, and tagging.
• Oversee NDT coordination (VT, PT/MT, RT/UT as applicable); review reports and close out findings

• Ensure builds conform to specifications, P&IDs, isometrics, and applicable codes (e.g., ISO 9001 QMS, PED/UKCA where applicable, ASME/EN pipework standards, electrical standards).
• Maintain device/heat-number traceability; control calibrated instruments and welding consumables per procedure.
• Create/own ITPs, quality plans, inspection checklists, and weld maps; manage NCRs, concessions, and corrective actions.

• Lead the NCR Management System (5 Whys, Ishikawa) with measurable effectiveness checks in place
• Ensure that all SPC defects /first-pass yield/defect Pareto to target chronic issues (e.g., gasket seating, torque scatter, cable terminations).
• Feed manufacturability improvements back to Design (Poka-Yoke, standardization of valves/instrumentation, clearer isos/BOMs)
• Coach welders/fitters/assembly techs on inspection criteria, pressure-test safety, cleanliness standards, and E&I test methods.
• Participate in daily stand-ups and readiness reviews; provide clear quality status and risk visibility to PMs and Production.
• Host client/third‑party inspectors; manage hold/witness points and close comments professionally.

• Solid, hands‑on experience in mechanical/electromechanical fabrication or modular plant construction.
• Can read/interpret P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings, electrical schematics, and data sheets.
• Competent with precision measurement, pressure testing rigs, torquing methods, and basic electrical test equipment.
• Familiar with welding quality (WPS/PQR/WPQR), material traceability, and typical NDT methods.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS and project documentation controls
• Strong communicator who’s comfortable on the shop floor and with clients/inspectors.

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering or similar
• Six Sigma (Green Belt a plus); prior experience with SPC and CAPA
• Experience with PED/UKCA, ASME B31.x/EN piping codes, pressure testing standards, ATEX considerations (where relevant), and BMS/I/O FATs.
• E&I familiarity: continuity/IR testing, loop checks, VFD setup basics.

• First pass yield on FAT, NCR rate & closure lead time, punch‑list burn‑down before ship date.
• On‑time data book delivery, client/TP inspection acceptance at first presentation.
• Leak‑free pressure tests, reduction in rework hours, effectiveness of CAPA (sustained).

• QMS: ISO 9001 workflows, NCR/CAPA system (e.g., EtQ/Intelex/Jira).
• Drawings & Data:
  Autodesk/Inventor/Plant 3D, Navisworks, or similar;
  Office/365.
• Test:
  Calibrated pressure gauges, recorders/data‑loggers, torque tools, multi‑meters, insulation testers.