Senior Quality Engineer (FTC) in Abingdon

LTi Metaltech specialises in the precision fabrication and welding of high-performance vessels and structures for use in demanding industrial applications, from cryogenic pressure vessels to high tech industrial furnaces, and nuclear waste containers. We have an opportunity for a Senior Quality Engineer to join our Quality Department on a temporary basis to lead the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of rigorous quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Achieve consistent on-time delivery of 'A' grade products.
• Ensure products and processes comply with the requirements of the Quality Management System and relevant standards, including applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Production and Materials teams to ensure non-compliant or defective parts are excluded from the build process and compliant disposition is agreed upon.
• Lead the internal, external, and supplier auditing programme, conducting/attending audits and supporting the internal auditing team as required.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to troubleshoot problems.
• Manage investigations and support the timely resolution of Customer, Supplier, and internal non-conformances.
• Support Engineering, Production, and Purchasing to ensure products have full traceability and conformance documentation throughout the manufacturing process and upon delivery to the customer.
• Support the NPI process by managing quality assurance projects to ensure quality is inbuilt at project development stages.
• Promote the company values and the importance of quality assurance and compliance at every business level.
• Attend QA review meetings to report on QA status.
• Attend production meetings, communicating issues and information to Production and QA accordingly.
• Provide a proactive contribution to Lean, Right First Time, Progressive Continuous Improvement, and business development programmes.
• Provide guidance and support to other team members.
• Deputise for the QHSER Manager.
• Carry out specific Quality-related investigations and any other tasks that may be requested.

Experience & Qualifications

• Substantial experience in quality assurance within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Extensive auditing experience, including internal, external, and supplier audits.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and related data analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and their implementation.
• Confident use of a wide range of inspection measuring equipment.
• Strong understanding of highly regulated Quality Management Systems and their implications.

Qualifications

• Trained in statistical analysis techniques and/or validation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis techniques such as FMEA, 5Y's, Fishbone Diagrams, and 8Ds.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Qualification in Engineering (apprenticeship, HNC, or degree) is desirable.
• Trained in OMS auditing techniques.

Desirable Skills

• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and clients.
• Experience in sheet metal processes and knowledge of regulatory requirements for the pressure vessel industry is desirable.
• Ability to work independently while being an active team contributor.
• Knowledge of welding, fabrication, and metal forming techniques.

Additional Experience

• ISO 14001, ISO 45001, AD2000-HP0 Merkblatt, Pressure Equipment Directive, AMSE BPVC, PD5500, EN13445.
• Welding technologies (MIG and TIG), particularly with stainless steel and aluminium alloys.

Working 37 hours per week, we have onsite parking and are easily accessible by public transport. Job Type: Fixed term contract. Work Location: In person.