Quality Engineer – MTL Advanced in Rotherham

Quality Engineer

Location: Rotherham, S60 (Close to Meadowhall, Sheffield)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7/8am – 4/5pm

Salary: Very Competitive (+ Annual profit share bonus)
Reporting To: Quality, Health & Safety Manager

About MTL Advanced

MTL Advanced is one of the UK’s leading engineering and manufacturing businesses, operating from a state-of-the-art 390,000 sq. ft. facility in Rotherham. Serving a diverse range of OEM customers across defence, security, construction, quarrying, recycling and rail sectors, we continue to invest heavily in our people, technology and manufacturing capabilities.

Due to continued growth and expansion, we are seeking an experienced and proactive Quality Engineer to join our Quality team.

The Role

Reporting to the Quality, Health & Safety Manager, the Quality Engineer will be responsible for managing customer quality requirements, supporting quality assurance activities, and ensuring compliance with quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.

The successful candidate will act as a key liaison between customers and the business on quality-related matters, supporting the delivery of robust quality documentation while driving effective resolution of quality concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve ISIR and FAIR documentation prior to customer submission.
• Compile, review and submit customer quality documentation including PPAPs, FAIRs, ISIRs and concession requests.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer quality concerns and enquiries.
• Investigate internal and external quality issues, identify root causes and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Raise supplier non-conformance reports and monitor corrective actions through to closure.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to ensure compliance with customer and business quality requirements.
• Provide hands‑on inspection support when required to meet operational demands.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Quality Engineer or Quality Assurance role within heavy manufacturing, fabrication, welding, machining, or engineered products.
• Experience compiling, reviewing and submitting customer quality documentation including PPAPs, FAIRs, ISIRs and concession requests.
• Proactive, self‑motivated and able to take ownership of quality‑related activities and drive actions through to completion.
• Comfortable communicating directly with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Desirable Criteria

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing technical and quality documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical requirements.
• Strong team player with the ability to work effectively across Quality, Production and Engineering functions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with customers and colleagues of varying technical knowledge and experience.

What We Offer

• Annual profit share bonus
• 33 days holiday including statutory holidays
• Free onsite parking
• £13 per month vending allowance
• Life Assurance Scheme (Death in Service)
• Employee Prize Draw
• Company pension scheme
• Reduced Costco membership
• Discounted gym memberships with PureGym and The Gym Group
• Healthcare Plan including 24/7 GP access and confidential support services
• Colleague Referral Programme (£1,000 successful referral payment)

Why Join MTL Advanced?

At MTL Advanced, our people are our greatest asset. We offer the opportunity to work within one of the UK’s most advanced manufacturing facilities, supporting industry‑leading customers across a range of sectors. As we continue to grow, you’ll play a key role in maintaining high quality standards and supporting the delivery of world‑class manufacturing solutions.