Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: Sunderland
Benefits:
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Competitive salary package
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Company pension scheme
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Generous holiday allowance
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Career development and progression opportunities
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Ongoing training and professional development
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Health and wellbeing initiatives
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Supportive and inclusive working environment
The Company
We are working with a leading global automotive manufacturing organisation with a strong presence in the UK. Known for innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, the business supplies high-volume interior components to major OEM customers. This organisation places a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, professional development, and inclusive leadership, making it an excellent environment for a Quality Engineer to thrive.
Working Hours
Full-time, permanent position. Standard site-based working hours, with flexibility required during new model launches.
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer to support New Model Quality Assurance activities at a high-volume manufacturing site. The Quality Engineer will play a critical role in new model launches, supporting part and process development while ensuring all quality systems meet APQP, IATF 16949, and internal new product launch requirements.
The Quality Engineer will work across interior assembly and component manufacturing, collaborating closely with customers, suppliers, and internal project teams. This role offers the chance for a Quality Engineer to make a visible impact on product quality, process performance, and customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include managing QA activities for new model launches, coordinating APQP documentation, supporting trial builds, and acting as a key quality liaison with customers and suppliers. The Quality Engineer will also support continuous improvement initiatives, quality reviews, metrology activities, and launch readiness planning.
Skills & Experience
To be successful as a Quality Engineer, you will ideally have:
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HNC or equivalent qualification in an engineering or quality discipline (or relevant experience)
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Proven experience in a similar role within automotive or high-volume manufacturing
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Strong knowledge of APQP, IATF 16949, and quality management systems
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Experience supporting new model launches and trial builds
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Good understanding of metrology, including CMM and gauge development
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Process auditing experience (IATF/ISO qualification desirable)
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Strong communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills
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Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
Why Should You Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality Engineer seeking long-term career progression within a stable, forward-thinking manufacturing organisation. You will work on high-profile automotive projects, gain exposure to global customers and suppliers, and be supported by a culture that values innovation, accountability, and inclusivity.
If you are a driven Quality Engineer looking to make a real impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, this role offers both challenge and reward