At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure top-notch quality in precision engineering and collaborate with teams to enhance manufacturing processes.
- Company: Leading aerospace-focused company with a commitment to quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £55k, generous holidays, and a matched pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in quality engineering within the aerospace sector.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND or degree in mechanical engineering; experience in quality engineering is a plus.
As an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong background in precision manufacturing ideally from an aerospace or subcontract machining environment, the principal purpose of the Quality Engineer is to deliver professional quality engineering service to the business with primary focus on Manufacturing Quality control requirements.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Liaising with Customers and Suppliers on quality related issues
- Manufacturing liaison and reporting shortfalls to Manufacturing supervision
- Training Operators in all aspects of inspection techniques and equipment, including the preparation of inspection equipment work instruction
- Assisting in effective management of the entire measurement and test equipment / calibration system
- Setting of adjustable M&TE for use by Manufacturing Operators
- Recommending and pursuing (when sanctioned) improvements to both Inspection and Quality techniques and equipment
- Translation of Customer quality requirements into detailed Manufacturing Instructions
- Compiling routine final inspection trend analysis and reports
- Compilation of Inspection report blanks
- Managing Non-Conformances and Customer Complaints through 8Ds/5Whys
- Compilation and submission of various Customer documentation packs
- System and process audits up to completion as scheduled
- Supplier audits including reporting and recommendations
- Customer & Supplier liaison on specific quality issues
- Creation of Quality Control Plans/LTQRS on specific customer projects
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- HNC/HND, Degree level or equivalent mechanical engineering educational apprenticeship or similar
- Recent commercial experience in a Quality Engineering or equivalent technical role
- Be mechanically trained, with a solid understanding of inspection techniques and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and determine appropriate measuring techniques
- The ability to produce credible inspection and associated reports
- Preferred: A good knowledge of programming CMMs, supported by a certificate of competence in CMM programming issued by the CMM manufacturer or agent
- PC-DMIS programming ability
- PC-DMIS Level 2
- CMM: Hexagon S Chrome with tactile & laser heads
- ISO 9000 Auditor qualification
- Be capable of producing detailed inspection and quality reports, and liaising confidently with customers and suppliers
- Have experience managing non-conformances, calibration systems, and supporting audits (internal and supplier)
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable training others in inspection or quality-related processes
The benefits package:
- Salary: c£up to 55k p.a.
- Holidays: 23 days + 8 Bank Holidays
- Pension: 4% matched scheme (after probation 3m)
Quality Engineer (mechanical /precision engineering) in Basingstoke employer: Hudson Shribman
Join a forward-thinking company in the South East that values precision engineering and quality excellence. As a Quality Engineer, you will benefit from a competitive salary of up to £55k, a supportive work culture that encourages professional development, and opportunities to enhance your skills through training and collaboration with industry experts. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, this role offers a rewarding environment where your contributions directly impact manufacturing quality and customer satisfaction.
