Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Repotring to: Quality Lead

Salary: £33k

Location: Onsite at 2 Doxford Drive, Peterlee, SR8 2RL

Working Hours: 37.5 hours a week - 08:30-17:00 Monday-Thursday and 08:30-14:00 Friday

Annual Leave: 25 days + bank holidays

About the Role

The Quality Engineer’s main role is to support the Senior Quality Engineer and the wider Quality function in the day-to-day implementation and operation of the Quality Management System (QMS).

To contribute to the achievement of Quality Business Strategy and wider Business Strategy targets through hands-on quality assurance, inspection and continuous improvement activity.

About Alexander Technologies

Alexander Battery Technologies is a UK battery pack manufacturer, working with OEMs across sectors including aerospace, medical, robotics and industrial applications.

Quality is central to how we operate, from incoming inspection and in-process controls through to end-of-line testing and full product traceability. With more than 40 years of battery manufacturing experience, our Quality team plays an important role in maintaining high standards, driving continuous improvement and supporting new customer programmes.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, maintenance and day-to-day operation of the business’ Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with relevant company, legislative and technical policies and standards within own area of work.
• Carry out in-process, goods-in and final inspections, and review supplier quality documentation as required.
• Support cross functional teams and projects to improve product quality and reduce risk to product.
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. 5 Why, fishbone, 8D) to investigate non-conformances and support continuous improvement of the QMS.
• Liaise with other departments including Production, Engineering, NPD and Finance on day-to-day quality matters.
• Support internal and third-party audits, including ISO 9001, and help track corrective actions through to closure.
• Provide day-to-day quality guidance to Quality Technicians and production teams on the shop floor.
• Escalate quality risks and recurring issues to the Senior Quality Engineer in a timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours

Minimum Professional Qualifications:

• HNC/HND in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or related discipline), or relevant practical experience.
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt, or working towards (desirable).
• ISO 9001 (or similar) Internal Auditor qualification.
• Awareness of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 requirements (desirable).
• Experience working with plastics manufacturing or plastic component quality control (desirable).
• Familiarity with AI-based tools for quality applications (e.g. data analysis, defect trend spotting, report writing or process documentation), with a willingness to adopt new digital and AI-enabled ways of working (desirable).

Characteristics Required:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Methodical, detail-focused approach to problem solving.
• Developing understanding of manufacturing and production processes relevant to the business.
• Ability to work constructively and professionally with colleagues across departments.
• Willingness to build knowledge of regulatory and quality standards relevant to product quality.
• Organised, with the ability to manage own workload and priorities under guidance from senior team members.

What we offer:

• £33,000 salary
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Early finish Fridays
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Professional development and growth opportunities