At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure product quality and improve processes in a cutting-edge clean technology company.
- Company: Join a rapidly growing firm focused on low-carbon energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the transition to sustainable energy while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or related field; experience in quality control is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
A rapidly growing clean technology company is developing next-generation electrochemical systems designed to accelerate the global transition to low-carbon energy. Combining materials innovation with scalable manufacturing, the organisation is advancing high-performance ceramic components for cutting-edge energy devices.
This is a hands-on role that will play a key part in supporting product quality, process improvement, and the implementation of quality management systems as the company continues to scale its operations. Working closely with Engineering, R&D, and Production teams, you will be responsible for analysing quality data, investigating issues, improving processes, and helping establish robust quality standards within a high-performance manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities- Perform quality control inspections, testing, and verification activities to ensure product quality standards are met.
- Analyse quality and process data to identify trends, deviations, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Create, maintain, and improve quality documentation including SOPs, quality records, and technical reports.
- Support process validation, scale-up activities, and the transition of products from development into production.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems.
- Participate in internal audits, compliance activities, and document control processes.
- Present quality findings, performance metrics, and recommendations to senior management.
- Degree qualified in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, laboratory testing, or manufacturing quality environments.
- Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret results and make evidence-based recommendations.
- Experience working within regulated or high-quality manufacturing sectors such as batteries, electronics, advanced materials, or similar industries.
- Knowledge of quality management systems and exposure to ISO standards (implementation experience not essential).
- Familiarity with analytical testing equipment and quality investigation methodologies.
- Six Sigma or other continuous improvement training would be advantageous.
Virtual Manufacturing Engineer in Lancaster employer: Brightsmith
Join a rapidly growing clean technology company that is at the forefront of the transition to low-carbon energy. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, we offer a collaborative work culture where your contributions directly impact product quality and process improvement. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our supportive environment, providing opportunities for professional development and hands-on experience in a high-performance manufacturing setting.
