Overview
The Quality Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting the Quality and Process Engineering functions through the inspection, validation, and rework of components. The role ensures products meet engineering specifications and supports the identification, investigation, and resolution of quality issues across incoming inspection, warehouse, lineside, and finished vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and validate components against engineering drawings, specifications, and test criteria
- Investigate quality concerns, capturing data and supporting root cause analysis
- Support resolution of product quality issues in collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers
- Communicate quality concerns and updates in a timely manner
- Prepare and maintain quality reports and performance metrics (KPIs)
- Support audits and ensure timely closure of actions
- Review PPAP and quality documentation (e.g. IRW’s, deviations, change requests, PIRs)
- Implement containment, rework, and corrective actions to minimise defects and scrap
- Manage and control non-conforming (reject) material, including quarantine processes
- Support incoming inspection of previously identified defect components
- Coordinate shipment of parts for internal and external analysis, including relevant documentation
- Manage rework and containment activities, including external contractors where required
- Support compliance with company systems and processes (e.g. SAP, quality systems)
- Assist with the development and implementation of testing and inspection plans
- Maintain and support compliance of test equipment
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including Kaizens
Experience Required
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (including GD&T)
- Strong problem-solving skills with knowledge of structured methodologies (e.g. 8D, PDCA, DMAIC)
- Practical understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, SIGIP, Teamcenter, Azure and familiarity with ERP/quality systems (e.g. SAP)
- Knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA and control plans
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or quality environment
- Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent experience preferred
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Key Behaviours
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Collaborative and team-focused approach
- Accountability and ownership of tasks
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Professional and solution-oriented approach
