Quality Engineer
Job in
Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke, Staffordshire, EX39, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-28
Listing for:
WR Engineering
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-28
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Process Engineer, Mechanical Engineer -
Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Quality Engineer - Automotive Assembly - circa £50k
We are recruiting a Quality Engineer - Automotive Assembly to support the launch of a new automotive assembly operation.
This role offers a unique opportunity to embed quality into processes from day one, working in a fast-paced and evolving manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and maintain quality control processes in line with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001
Conduct audits and inspections of assembly operations
Monitor quality KPIs including scrap, defects, and customer complaints
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Support new product launches and engineering changes (APQP)
Maintain quality documentation (Control Plans, FMEA, PPAP)
Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal teams on quality issues
Train production staff on quality standards and best practices
Requirements
Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar
Minimum 3 years' experience in automotive quality engineering
Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC)
Knowledge of VDA 6.3 / VDA 6.5 auditing standards
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Desirable
ASQ CQE and/or Six Sigma Green Belt
Supplier quality or automotive assembly experience
WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Additional Information / Benefits
company benefits
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