Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Our client, an innovative company at the cutting edge of electric propulsion technology, requires a talented Manufacturing Quality Engineer to lead APQP activities on an urgent project. This is a contract role outside IR35. R esponsibilities:
Evaluating manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, testing, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators Supporting manufacturing demand by relieving bottlenecks and problem-solving production constraints; attending breakdowns and reacting efficiently to escalation from manufacturing teams Developing manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment;

conferring with equipment vendors Improve manufacturing efficiency by analysing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout Conduct FAI (First Article Inspection) reports and customer-specific documentation (e.g. PPAP, APQP). Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labour, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends Requirements: A degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent Experience working within an automotive or aerospace Tier 1 in a manufacturing environment Good understanding of continuous improvement methods and lean techniques Familiar with process techniques and documentation such as FMEAs, process flows, work instructions, control plans etc.

Hands-on experience with bespoke equipment, tooling, and automation Good understanding of design for assembly and manufacturing constraints for high-volume manufacture Confident with both internal and external customers and suppliers, able to detail requirements and understand issues