Quality Engineer

Title:

Quality Engineer

Reports to:

Quality Engineering Lead

Location:

Droitwich Spa
- Fulltime
- Onsite Position:
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 continue 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.

Period mentally 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.
• Produce data books/turnover dossiers: MTCs, WPS/PQR/WPQR, welder logs, NDT & pressure test records, electrical test certs, FAT/SAT reports.

• 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…