At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure product quality and improve processes in a cutting-edge clean tech environment.
- Company: Join a rapidly growing clean technology company focused on low-carbon energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
- 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 40000 - 50000 £ 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 Engineering Engineer in Lancaster employer: Brightsmith
As a rapidly growing clean technology company, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to make a meaningful impact in the transition to low-carbon energy. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our hands-on approach, where team members collaborate closely across Engineering, R&D, and Production, gaining invaluable experience while contributing to cutting-edge projects. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive benefits and a supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement and professional development.
