Quality Project Engineer & SQA

Quality Project Engineer

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £38k-£45K

Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time

About the Company

A well-established precision engineering business producing high-accuracy components within a regulated manufacturing environment. The company operates to strict quality standards and focuses on continuous improvement, process control, and technical excellence.

The Role

We are recruiting for a Quality Project Engineer to ensure high-accuracy components meet strict technical specifications and industry standards. You will work closely with production and suppliers to maintain quality, drive improvements, and support manufacturing processes.

• Develop quality plans, inspection techniques and work instructions
• Perform or oversee first article, in-process and final inspections
• Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies
• Analyse defects and manage non-conformances (NCR)
• Carry out root cause analysis using 8D and 5 Whys
• Identify process improvements to increase yield and reduce scrap
• Conduct supplier audits and manage supplier quality
• Ensure parts meet specifications using CMM and metrology equipment

About You

• Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent experience)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T
• Experience within precision machining environments (CNC milling or turning)
• Experience using CMM and metrology equipment
• Knowledge of MSA, SPC and Gauge R&R
• Experience within high-precision manufacturing quality environments
• Strong CAD CAM software knowledge (PowerInspect, Inspection Manager, PC DMIS or Polyworks)
• Strong understanding of quality tools and process capability (MSA, capability studies, Lean Six Sigma)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team

Additional

• Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems
• Understanding of 5S standards
• Strong communication skills across all levels
• Ability to support KPI targets across quality, cost and delivery
• Commitment to continuous improvement and ISO9001 standards