Quality Engineer

Job Title:

Quality Engineer

Location:

County Durham

Salary:

£47,808.11 per annum + £5,000 car allowance

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus statutory (increasing to 27 after one year)

• Sick pay (dependent on service)

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Life assurance (including death in service)

• Enhanced family-friendly policies

• Employer contributory pension

• Income protection

• Branded workwear & PPE provided

The Company:

We are proud to partner with a global manufacturer that specialises in producing innovative automotive components. With a strong presence across multiple countries, the business has built a reputation for driving safety, quality, and sustainability in the automotive sector. This site is one of the company’s flagship UK facilities, employing over 1,000 skilled professionals. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking team that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth.

Working Hours:

38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Core hours: 9:00am–3:00pm (Mon–Thurs) and 9:00am–1:00pm (Fri). Remaining hours can be worked flexibly between 6:30am and 7:00pm.

Job Description:

As a Quality Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring product and process quality standards are maintained and improved. You’ll be responsible for managing quality documentation, supporting audits, liaising with customers and suppliers, and resolving quality concerns. The Quality Engineer will also support new product introduction (NPI) projects, helping to implement control plans, PFMEAs, and gauge planning.

In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to train and manage Quality Technicians, provide leadership on problem-solving initiatives, and contribute directly to enhancing overall performance. The Quality Engineer will be expected to travel to customer and supplier sites as required, promoting strong working relationships and resolving issues effectively.

Skills & Experience:

• HNC or above in Engineering/Manufacturing discipline

• Experience as a Quality Engineer within an automotive Tier 1 supplier environment

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Knowledge of OEM customer-specific standards and requirements

• Skilled in QA core tools, fault diagnosis, and problem-solving techniques

• Good understanding of metal forming and fabrication processes

• Proactive, results-driven, and adaptable to change

Why Should You Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer looking to further their career within a global organisation that values its people. You’ll enjoy a highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.

If you’re a Quality Engineer passionate about continuous improvement, problem-solving, and driving excellence, this role offers the ideal environment to thrive. Joining this business means being part of a supportive, innovative team, where your skills and expertise as a Quality Engineer will be recognised and rewarded.

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