Quality Engineer
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Monday-Friday (on-site)
£50,000 – £55,000 + Excellent Benefits
The Company
Our client is a growing engineering and manufacturing business specialising in high-performance metal components for demanding industries, including aerospace, industrial, and advanced technology sectors. Operating from modern UK facilities, the organisation combines innovative manufacturing techniques with strong engineering capability to deliver complex, precision-engineered products.
The business offers a collaborative and fast-paced environment with a strong focus on quality, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer to support the ongoing development and improvement of the company’s Quality Management System. Working closely with engineering and production teams, you will help ensure compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards while driving quality performance across manufacturing operations.
This role would suit an organised and detail-focused individual with experience in a precision engineering or regulated manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support and maintain the AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management System
Conduct internal audits and support corrective action activities
Assist with non-conformance investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
Work with cross-functional teams to improve quality procedures and processes
Monitor manufacturing quality performance using appropriate quality tools
Provide support and guidance on quality standards and best practice
Participate in management reviews and quality improvement activities
Requirements
Essential
Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related technical discipline
Minimum 2 years’ experience within a Quality Engineering or Quality role
Experience working within AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 environments
Background in precision engineering or manufacturing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Able to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment
Desirable
Experience within advanced manufacturing environments
Knowledge of metal manufacturing processes
Flexible approach to working hours when required
Cranleigh STEM is a specialist recruitment partner in STEM, Sustainability, and SHEQ. We work with innovative organisations and purpose-led professionals to help solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges, from advancing clean technologies to driving scientific discovery.
We understand that progress in these fields depends on people. Our role is to connect the right individuals with the right teams, whether that’s scientists in the lab, engineers on the ground, or leaders at the helm.
🚀 Our Mission
To support innovative organisations by delivering the talent they need to grow, evolve, and make a meaningful impact in their field.
🔎 Our Core Values
Challenge
We’re comfortable working in complex, technical spaces. We approach every brief with curiosity and care, asking the right questions to deliver people who can genuinely move your organisation forward.
Collaboration
We see recruitment as a partnership. That means open communication, transparency, and shared goals, whether you’re building a team or looking for your next role.
Commitment
We take pride in the work we do. We’re committed to high standards, long-term relationships, and doing what’s right for our clients, our candidates, and the industries we serve.
💡 Our Purpose
To contribute to a more sustainable and innovative future by helping organisations in science and technology attract and retain the talent they need to grow responsibly and with purpose.
🌍 Our Reach
Headquartered in South London, we work with clients and candidates across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
🔬 Areas of Expertise
Biotechnology
Pharmaceuticals
Chemicals & Materials
Food Technology
Clean Technology
Electric Vehicles & Sustainable Engineering
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