Product Assurance Engineer

# Product Assurance Engineer Location Bolton , Greater Manchester, North West, England Salary £26000 - £30000 per annum

Contract Type Permanent Work  Type Full Time Posted on13 Oct 2026

Based in Bolton, this permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for a detail‐oriented engineer to support the delivery of product testing and certification activities within a well‐established manufacturer. You’ll help ensure their high‐performance engineered products meet all relevant standards and customer expectations.
Location and Working Pattern
* Bolton based
* 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
* Typical hours: 8:00am–5:00pm Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–12:00pm Friday
* Home working most Fridays Client Overview     Our client is a respected engineering manufacturer specialising in the design and production of secure, safety‐critical products. They have a longstanding reputation for quality, advanced fabrication methods and rigorous compliance with technical standards across all projects.
Responsibilities
* Support the Product Test & Assurance Manager in planning and delivering product tests and assessment activities.
* Attend internal and external test facilities, representing the business professionally and supporting the agreed test programme.
* Organise test logistics, including bookings, specimen readiness, transport, site access, equipment and documentation.
* Confirm all drawings, specifications, product configurations and supporting evidence are accurate before testing.
* Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, test houses and assessment bodies to coordinate test activities and resolve issues.
* Maintain test plans, trackers and schedules, escalating risks and delays where necessary.
* Record observations, configuration details, photographs, results and follow‐up actions in a clear, traceable manner.
* Manage test report administration, reviewing and finalising controlled documents.
* Provide accurate reporting to stakeholders across multiple business areas when required.

Must‐have Requirements
* HND/HNC in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
* Previous experience in product testing, certification, quality or compliance within an engineering environment.
* Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and test plans.
* Excellent organisation, documentation and record‐keeping skills.
* Clear written and verbal communication, with confidence to deal with internal teams and external test bodies.
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel or work extended hours when required.

Nice‐to‐have Skills
* Awareness of fire, security door or hardware products, and related test standards.
* Understanding of manufacturing processes such as steel fabrication, welding and assembly.
* Competence in maintaining trackers and reporting task progress.