Quality Engineer
10 hours ago
Richmond
A global engineering manufacturer with a reputation for technical excellence is looking to recruit a Quality Control / Assurance Engineer to support the inspection, compliance and certification of complex mechanical systems. Based at an established manufacturing facility in Kirkbymoorside, this role offers the opportunity to work on world-class engineered products used in demanding offshore and subsea environments. You will play a key role in ensuring quality standards are met from goods-in through to final assembly, working closely with engineering, production and suppliers. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer who enjoys hands-on inspection, problem-solving and continuous improvement within a high-specification engineering environment. As Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining product quality and compliance across mechanical, machining and weld activities. • Inspecting fabricated, machined and assembled components against engineering drawings and specifications, • Performing mechanical, dimensional, visual, paint and weld inspections on-site and at supplier premises, • Supporting engineering change control and non-conformance management, • Preparing and maintaining quality documentation, certification packs and inspection records, • Supporting vendor quality management and supplier audits, • Monitoring corrective and preventative actions to ensure timely closure, • Assisting with quality system compliance and continuous improvement initiatives, • Maintaining strong housekeeping and health, safety and environmental standards To be successful in this Quality Engineer role, you will have: • 5–10 years’ experience in a quality control or quality assurance role within a mechanical manufacturing environment, • Experience inspecting machined, fabricated and welded components, • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, • Hands-on experience using measuring equipment such as vernier callipers and micrometres, • ISO auditor qualification or equivalent, • Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, • Understanding of lean manufacturing, TQM and continuous improvement tools such as PDCA, DMAIC, Six Sigma and 5S, • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Access What’s On Offer • Competitive salary with long-term career stability, • Hybrid working option, • Exposure to complex, high-value engineering projects, • Opportunity to work within a globally recognised engineering business, • Supportive, professional working environment with a strong quality culture