Quality Engineer

Your new company
A leading UK manufacturer of high-security and safety-critical products is seeking a Senior Quality & Process Control Engineer to join its niche division. With a strong reputation for engineering excellence and compliance within highly regulated environments, the business plays a key role in delivering complex programmes across the secure estate.
Your new role
As Quality & Process Control Engineer, you will take full ownership of the quality function across a certain segment. Based from the core manufacturing site, you will lead quality strategy while providing hands-on support across manufacturing, installation and commissioning phases nationwide. This is a highly visible, client-facing role requiring frequent travel to live project sites, including secure environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Establishing robust process controls across a diverse product range
• Driving full lifecycle CAPA activities, including root cause analysis and implementation of long-term corrective actions
• Supporting installation teams on-site, ensuring compliance with specifications and resolving quality issues in real time
• Conducting audits across manufacturing operations and supplier base
• Ensuring compliance with key standards and regulations
• Managing quality documentation, traceability systems, and client reporting requirements
• Engaging with key stakeholders including Tier 1 contractors and government bodies during pre-construction and delivery phases

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a senior quality or process engineering role within manufacturing, construction, or high-security environments
• Strong working knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory compliance
• Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Whys, FMEA and root cause analysis
• Demonstrable experience supporting multi-site or project-based quality delivery
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients and partners
• A flexible approach with the ability to travel extensively across the UK

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• The opportunity to work on diverse and interesting projects
• A senior leadership position with influence over quality strategy and delivery
• A dynamic role offering both site-based and strategic responsibilities
• Ongoing professional development within a specialist engineering environment

What you need to do now
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