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Product Quality Support Engineer

We're looking for a Product Quality Support Engineer to play a key role in reviewing technical specifications and design documents, delivering timely and meaningful feedback, and implementing quality plans.

What You'll Do:

In this role, you'll take on a variety of exciting responsibilities, including:

  • Develop and manage quality control and assurance procedures, ensuring all contract requirements are met.

  • Review enquiry documents and prepare summary QA/QC documentation for quotation submissions.

  • Prepare and maintain product specifications, process procedures, and monitor approval records.

  • Create detailed Strip and Inspection Reports (SIRs) for customer approval.

  • Perform measurement tasks and control contract quality plans, ensuring real-time status updates.

  • Maintain NDE qualification records and manage Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) in nuclear-related projects.

  • Perform certification checks, material data safety assessments, and oversee sub-contract deliveries.

  • Monitor changes to QA compliance, integrating updates to relevant design codes (ASME, API, etc.).

  • Provide quality support across Sales, Operations, Production Engineering, Manufacturing, and Testing teams.

  • Lead or participate in supplier, internal, and external QA audits.

  • Maintain weld and welder qualifications and contribute to 5S area control on the shop floor.

  • Check material certifications and compile data books for customer projects.

    What You'll Need:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing environment.

  • Proficiency with standard measuring equipment and calibration processes.

  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and SolidWorks.

  • Full UK passport (single nationality) and a valid driving license.

    Desirable Skills/Experience:

  • Knowledge of GS3001 (RR Supplier Quality Management system requirements).

  • Experience in the aerospace or automotive industries.

  • Familiarity with pressure equipment regulations (IBR, PED).

  • Understanding of ASME I, VIII, V, II and ISO 9001, 14001 standards.

  • Internal and external auditing experience.

  • PCN Level II or III (Liquid Dye Penetrant) certification.

  • Experience with Epicor Systems (job planning).

    Why Join Our Client?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Flexible working hours.

  • Excellent training and career development programs.

  • Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days.

  • Contributory pension plan with life assurance.

  • Employee recognition reward schemes.

  • Healthcare plan offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental).

  • Virtual GP services and employee assistance programs.

  • Cycle-to-work scheme and a wide range of employee discounts, including gyms, retailers, and more

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