Elevation Recruitment Group are recruiting an experienced and driven Quality & Materials Engineering to lead a critical function for a highly regulated, advanced manufacturing environment in Livingston, Scotland.
This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for site-wide quality performance, materials engineering capability, and continuous improvement strategy.
Working closely with European leadership, you will play a key role in ensuring product integrity,
You will lead the Quality and Materials Engineering function, ensuring full compliance with industry standards while driving a culture of zero defects and continuous improvement. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational oversight in a technically complex environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and maintain site QMS aligned to industry standards
• Drive a zero-defects culture and reduce cost of poor quality
• Apply structured problem solving (8D, PDCA, FMEA, 5 Whys)
• Oversee materials engineering, validation, and NCR resolution
• Ensure capability across NDT, inspection, and failure analysis
• Build strong customer relationships and manage expectations
• Deliver continuous improvement using lean and data-led insights
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team
About You
• Technical leader with a passion for quality and operational excellence
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001
• Skilled in structured problem solving methodologies
• Proven leadership and team development experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Degree in Materials Engineering or related field
• Experience in aerospace, defence, or regulated industries
• Familiar with Minitab and statistical analysis
• Lean / continuous improvement mindset