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
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires the jobholder to obtain certain authorisation or security clearances that will require interface with local and U.S. government authorities.