Quality Engineer in Durham

Job DescriptionDeliver. Influence. Uphold Quality Excellence.A high-impact opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join a leading engineering and manufacturing site in Darlington. This is a visible, hands-on quality position suited to engineers who are passionate about continuous improvement, best-in-class standards, and positively influencing business outcomes.This is not an audit-focused or administrative role it is a technical, process-driven quality position where youll own and drive improvements across production and supply chains, working with colleagues at all levels.What Youll Gain Ownership of on-site quality improvement initiatives in a high-performing manufacturing environmentExposure to senior quality, production, and engineering leadershipInfluence over product and process conformity, root cause analysis, and continuous improvementOpportunity to apply APQP, IATF 16949, ISO, and Core Tools in a real-world settingStandard benefits package (including bonus and pension)A platform for progression with an internationally recognised engineering environmentYour Impact Drive proactive quality control and improvement programmes across production, supply chain, and designLead the implementation of APQP, IATF 16949, ISO, and Core Tools (FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP) in daily operationsLead and support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive actions for both internal and external issuesCollaborate closely with production, design engineering, manufacturing teams, and suppliersSupport audits, risk management, and regulatory compliance activitiesAct as a technical reference on quality tools and methodologies to team members and cross-functional partnersRepresent quality in cross-functional improvement initiatives and projectsYoull Bring Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline preferredExperience in a similar quality engineering role (manufacturing/automotive )Experience with APQP, Core Tools, IATF 16949, ISO standards, and associated quality systemsStrong analytical, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving abilitiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to engage with a range of stakeholders and teams from shop floor to managementProactive, self-driven, and able to work independently with minimal supervisionCollaborative approach and a commitment to continual improvement and best practiceAdditional Information Full time position, employees will be required to work the agreed shift patterns.Initial travel required (up to 20% in first 34 months for training), then fully based onsiteIf youre an experienced and self-motivated Quality Engineer ready to drive meaningful impact and quality excellence, apply now for a confidential conversation.TPBN1_UKTJ