Quality Control Engineer in Leicester

Quality Control Engineer in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time No working from home possible
Eden Scott

Quality Control / Assurance Engineer

An experienced Quality Control / Assurance Engineer is required to join a leading global provider of advanced subsea technology solutions. This organisation is renowned for delivering innovative systems for deep-water intervention, including ROVs, trenchers, and submarine rescue systems, with a reputation for technical excellence and reliability in challenging environments.

This is an opportunity to work within a dynamic team committed to quality and continuous improvement, supporting projects that make a real impact in the energy and marine sectors.

Role Overview:

As a Quality Control/Assurance Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring all products meet stringent quality standards. Working both on-site and at supplier premises, you will carry out inspections, maintain documentation, and support process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Inspect fabricated and machined components to engineering drawings, on and off site.
  • Verify mechanical, machining, and weld materials against specifications.
  • Perform inspections across assembly, paint shop, and weld shop.
  • Support engineering change control and vendor quality management.
  • Prepare certification packages and maintain non-conformance registers.
  • Monitor corrective and preventative actions for timely closure.
  • Recommend process improvements and uphold standards.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • ISO 9001, 45001, and 14001 experience.
  • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, TQM, and continuous improvement tools (PDCA, DMAIC, Six Sigma, 5S).
  • Ability to read technical drawings and interpret project quality requirements.
  • Experience in quality control within a mechanical component environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Excel; familiarity with measuring equipment.
  • Excellent communication skills, proactive approach, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to UK sites.

What’s on Offer:

A competitive salary and benefits package including hybrid working, private healthcare and paid overtime opportunities along with the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in a supportive and collaborative environment.

If this position is of interest, apply now or for further information and an informal confidential discussion, get in touch.

Eden Scott

Contact Details:

Eden Scott Recruitment Team