Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Company Description

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?  

You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.  

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

What will you be doing? 

Are you passionate about driving quality excellence in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? ALTEN LTD is seeking a Quality Engineer to support the implementation and improvement of Quality Management Systems (QMS) for innovative projects within the automotive manufacturing sector. Be a key player in maintaining critical business accreditations while working with stakeholders at all levels to ensure operational and product success.

Your main responsibilities will be: 

  • Lead the effective implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS), including maintaining business accreditations such as VDA, IATF 16949, CQC, and VSCC.
  • Organise and manage internal audit systems (LPA, MPA) and oversee corrective action reporting processes.
  • Conduct quality systems audits and provide training or guidance for auditors and other team members.
  • Host external audits and ensure site compliance with IATF and customer-specific quality requirements.
  • Develop and maintain Quality Manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other relevant documentation.
  • Drive process improvements through quality awareness training, KPI tracking, and the development of preventive measures for non-conformities.
  • Collaborate with operations and senior management to present progress reports and quality metrics.

You are… 

  • Passionate about engineering 
  • result-oriented 
  • proactive

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required: 

  • Certified Lead Auditor for IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3, with a proven track record of successful implementations.
  • Strong experience in maintaining and auditing QMS in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
  • Self-motivated and results-driven, with excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders from the shop floor to the boardroom.
  • Assertive, adaptable, and capable of working in a collaborative environment.
  • Expertise in process improvement methodologies and developing quality-related training programs.

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. 

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. 

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. 

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We’re here to empower you and help you reach your full potential. 

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today! 

In short you get: 

  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
  • A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • A competitive salary
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)
Job info
05/12/2024
Birmingham
REF12252P
Recruiter info
Alten Uk