Quality Assurance Engineer

Quality Assurance Engineer

Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in metal machining environments and a solid background in quality control systems, inspection, and continuous improvement.

This role plays a key part in ensuring that products meet the highest standards of precision, durability, and finish.

Key Responsibilities

Product Inspection & Testing

• Inspect machined components for defects and ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.

• Perform testing and validation against defined quality standards.

Process Monitoring

• Monitor production processes using established SOPs.

• Identify deviations and implement corrective actions promptly.

Quality Documentation

• Develop, update, and maintain quality documentation including:

  • Inspection procedures

  • Test plans

  • Quality control guidelines

  • Process documentation

Root Cause Analysis

• Investigate product defects using structured problem-solving methods.

• Develop and implement corrective and preventative action plans (CAPA).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.

Training & Support

• Train and mentor team members on quality assurance processes and standards.

• Promote a culture of quality throughout the organisation.

Mandatory Requirements

• Proficiency in CAD software.

• Strong knowledge of metals, machining processes, and tooling.

• Good understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).

• Knowledge of drawing control and engineering change management.

• Experience producing technical documentation for manufacturing teams.

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Experience with Autodesk Vault.

• Knowledge of SAP and document control systems (e.g., Vault).

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.

• Hands-on experience within shop floor machining environments.

• Experience within hardware manufacturing.

Hours

• 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 7.30am to 12.30pm Friday.

This a permanent position that starts immediately.