Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a reputable precision engineering company located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. This role is integral to providing quality engineering support throughout the organization, with a strong emphasis on manufacturing quality control, inspection, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will possess a hands-on approach and a solid background in precision engineering, demonstrating confidence in interpreting complex engineering drawings, selecting suitable measurement techniques, and collaborating directly with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with customers and suppliers regarding quality issues and technical requirements.
• Support manufacturing teams by identifying and reporting quality shortfalls.
• Interpret complex mechanical engineering drawings and determine appropriate inspection methods.
• Produce accurate inspection reports and customer documentation packs.
• Manage non-conformances and customer complaints using 8D, 5 Whys, and other root-cause analysis techniques.
• Create Quality Control Plans and customer-specific quality documentation.
• Train operators in inspection techniques, equipment, and quality procedures.
• Prepare inspection equipment work instructions and inspection report templates.
• Support the management and calibration of measurement and test equipment.
• Compile final inspection trend analysis and quality reports.
• Conduct internal system and process audits in line with the audit schedule.
• Complete supplier audits and provide clear reports and recommendations.
• Recommend improvements to inspection processes, quality techniques, and equipment.
• Ensure final inspections are completed within agreed timescales.

Skills and Experience Required

• A minimum of five years’ recent experience as a Quality Engineer or within a closely related quality function.
• Experience within precision engineering, machining, or a mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of inspection techniques and measurement equipment.
• Ability to interpret complex mechanical engineering drawings.
• Experience producing inspection reports and customer quality documentation.
• Knowledge of non-conformance management and structured problem-solving methods.
• Strong customer and supplier liaison skills.
• Ability to train manufacturing employees in quality and inspection processes.
• Good project management and communication skills.
• Competent using Microsoft Office.

Desirable Experience

• CMM programming experience.
• PC-DMIS programming capability, ideally PC-DMIS Level 2.
• Experience operating Hexagon CMM equipment with tactile and laser measuring heads.
• Formal CMM programming certification.
• ISO 9000 Auditor qualification.
• Experience conducting supplier and internal process audits.

This role presents an excellent opportunity to join an established engineering business in a dynamic, hands-on quality position with significant involvement across manufacturing, customer interactions, and the supply chain.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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