Quality and Applications Engineer

Job Title: Quality and Applications Engineer
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift: Day Shift (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per year
Location: Morpeth 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality and Applications Engineer to join a forward-thinking manufacturing organisation. This is a varied and hands-on role combining quality management, product development, and customer-facing responsibilities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining industry standards and supporting bespoke engineering solutions within a fast-paced environment.

• Manage and maintain Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety Management Systems in line with ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards.
• Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
• Modify and develop products using SolidWorks to meet customer-specific requirements.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between customers and operations teams.
• Manage quality activities including calibration, SPC, MSA, PPAP, and 8D problem-solving.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and APQP processes, including PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Monitor and report on KPIs, driving operational and quality improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing.
• Support production processes and deputise for operations where required.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and industry standards.
• Assist with customer visits, technical presentations, and supplier development.
• Promote continuous improvement, lean practices, and robust error-proofing initiatives.
• Attend trade shows and occasional international travel (1–4 trips per year).

Essential:

• HNC/HND or Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical Engineering preferred).
• Experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or other industry-standard 3D CAD software.
• Experience with APQP, NPI, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Hands-on, practical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Fluent in English.

Desirable:

• Experience with safety-critical products and modern manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of VDA 6.3 process auditing.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle.
• Understanding of PLC-controlled or electro-pneumatic equipment.
• Additional language skills, such as German.

• Company pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• On-site free parking
• Community volunteer programme
• Social and team events

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift

• On-site

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented engineer seeking a dynamic and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply through Indeed.

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