Technical Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Quality Engineering
Are you a hands-on Technical Engineer with experience in wheels and tyres? We're looking for a technically minded, detail-oriented individual to support product inspection, measurement, testing and quality investigations within an engineering and component supply business. You'll play a key role in ensuring products meet technical specifications, maintaining accurate documentation and resolving product quality issues.
The RoleYou will inspect wheels, tyres and assemblies against engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring products meet required standards. You'll maintain accurate technical records, support quality investigations and provide technical assistance to internal teams and customers.
Key Responsibilities- Carry out incoming, in-process and final inspections of wheels, tyres and assemblies.
- Measure key dimensions, including offsets, centre bores and fixing patterns, using appropriate equipment.
- Perform periodic PPAP checks and support internal and external product testing.
- Identify, record and report non-conforming products, ensuring full traceability.
- Support NCR and 8D investigations through measurements, photographs, test results and verification checks.
- Maintain technical documentation, including drawings, specification sheets, test certificates and inspection records.
- Review supplier drawings, certificates and samples against agreed specifications.
- Support Sales, Purchasing and customers with routine technical queries.
- Assist with new product sample checks and develop practical inspection instructions.
- Relevant mechanical or automotive qualification, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience in quality inspection, mechanical engineering, component testing or a similar hands-on technical role.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and understand dimensions, tolerances and inspection requirements.
- Confident using measuring equipment and accurately recording results.
- Strong attention to detail, methodical problem-solving skills and a practical approach.
- Good organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently.
Desirable: Experience with wheels and tyres, particularly in trailer, agricultural, off-highway or industrial applications.
Hours & Benefits- Monday-Thursday: 08:15-17:00
- Friday: 08:15-13:45
- Holiday: 23 days per year
- Pension: 5% employer contribution
- Life insurance: Four times annual basic salary
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