Quality Engineer at Delkia

St Helens, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, ISO 9001, Internal Auditing, Non-Conformance Management, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective And Preventive Actions, Continuous Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Supplier Quality Management

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Quality Engineer Location: Haydock, St Helens (4 days per week in the office) Job type: Permanent / Temporary Contracted hours: Full time – 36hrs per week (we offer an option to condense full time hours into 4 days Monday – Thursday) About the role Overview of the role We are looking for a Quality Engineer to join our Quality & Continuous Improvement team at Delkia's Haydock headquarters. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Project Management and Supply Chain teams, you will help ensure our engineering and manufacturing activities consistently meet customer, regulatory and business quality requirements across a range of safety-critical projects within the nuclear, defence and clean energy sectors. The role will focus on maintaining and improving quality standards through auditing, non-conformance management, root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities. You will play a key role in supporting the Quality Management System, driving corrective actions and promoting a strong quality culture across the business, helping to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality products and services in a highly regulated environment. What you’ll be responsible for Your main responsibilities will include: · Supporting and continuously improving Delkia's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality requirements. · Conducting internal and supplier audits, supporting external audits and ensuring effective follow-up of actions and findings. · Managing non-conformances, leading root cause investigations and driving corrective and preventive actions to resolution. · Working collaboratively with Production, Engineering and Project teams to ensure quality requirements are embedded throughout project and manufacturing activities. · Monitoring quality performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and supporting continuous improvement initiatives using recognised quality tools and methodologies. · Promoting a strong quality culture across the business by providing guidance, support and expertise on quality-related matters. About you What you’ll bring We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate: · Previous experience in a Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance or similar role, ideally within a regulated engineering or manufacturing environment. · A good understanding of Quality Management Systems and quality standards, particularly ISO 9001. · Experience conducting audits, managing non-conformances and supporting corrective and preventive action processes. · Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate issues and identify practical solutions. · Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work collaboratively across teams and influence positive outcomes. · A proactive approach to continuous improvement, with a focus on quality, customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Nice to have Although not essential, if you’re also able to demonstrate the following, we’ll take that into account when assessing your application: · An ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification. · Experience working within the nuclear, defence or other highly regulated industries. · Knowledge of quality improvement tools and methodologies such as 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), FMEA, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma. · Experience supporting supplier quality activities, including supplier audits and performance improvement initiatives. · Familiarity with ERP, document management or quality management software systems. · Membership of a relevant professional body such as CQI, ASQ or IET. The Person We believe that recruiting is not just about finding people who can demonstrate the right skills – if you can demonstrate those we would also like to see: · a can-do attitude with a positive approach to problem solving · excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all areas of their work · application of our core values in your everyday working life: o collaboration and teamwork o integrity, trust and accountability o safety and security o client focused o positive social value and impact o continuous improvement What we offer In return, you’ll enjoy the following benefits: Ways of Working · 36 hours full time working · Optional 4 day working week (Monday to Thursday) · Hybrid working for many roles (minimum of 2 days per week on site) Time Off · 23 days holiday, plus 3 discretionary days to cover the Christmas closedown period (plus bank holidays) · Option to purchase up to 36 hours additional holiday · Birthday day off (in addition to your holiday entitlement) · 1 STEM Day per year Other benefits · Healthcare cash plan – allowing you to reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare · Employers pension contributions of 5% · Cycle to work scheme · Professional membership fees (if required for your role) · Free onsite parking · Free refreshments and fruit in the workplace Next Steps If this is the right role for you and you’re ready to join our team, please apply in writing with your CV and a covering letter giving us a little more information about yourself, your situation and why you consider yourself to be the right person for this role. We look forward to hearing from you. Security and Vetting We take the security requirements of our industry, client and customers very seriously so before joining the team you’ll be required to undertake a number of checks. Depending on your role, you may be subject to UK national security vetting restrictions. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and satisfy requirements for national security vetting clearance as appropriate to the role applied for. Equal Opportunities We believe in equality, diversity and inclusion and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch to discuss. Confidentiality All applications received will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence and restricted to those involved in the recruitment process. Note to Agencies Delkia has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any unsolicited CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Delkia and any terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.

Responsibilities

Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and regulatory requirements. Lead internal and supplier audits, manage non-conformances, and drive root cause investigations to ensure high-quality delivery in safety-critical sectors.