Quality Engineer
Medical Technology Manufacturing Scale-Up
South Wales / Remote with Travel
£50-55,000 base salary
An innovative medical technology company is entering an exciting phase of growth as it establishes and scales manufacturing operations in South/West Wales. To support this transition, we are seeking a Quality Engineer to take ownership of manufacturing quality systems and become the key quality presence at the production facility.
This is a hands-on role with significant responsibility, offering the opportunity to build quality processes from the ground up and directly influence the successful scale-up of an exciting medical technology product.
The Role
As Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the quality systems, controls and processes that underpin manufacturing operations. Working closely with production, engineering and operations teams, you will ensure products are manufactured consistently, efficiently and in line with quality requirements.
You'll serve as the primary on-site quality lead, helping to establish robust manufacturing practices while supporting future production growth.
Key Responsibilities
Own and continuously improve manufacturing quality processes and procedures
Develop and maintain quality control systems across production operations
Define and manage inspection, verification and acceptance criteria throughout manufacturing
Oversee quality-related testing, fixtures, jigs and production controls
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational performance
Support manufacturing scale-up activities and ongoing production performance
Act as a technical quality interface for suppliers and support supplier quality activities when required
Work closely with engineering and operations teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
About You
We are interested in candidates currently working in roles such as:
Quality Engineer
Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Production Quality Engineer
Supplier Quality Engineer
Quality Systems Engineer
You'll ideally bring experience from a regulated manufacturing environment, working on medical devices/technology.
The successful candidate will:
Have strong experience within manufacturing quality environments
Be comfortable working closely with production and operations teams
Possess sufficient engineering understanding to engage with suppliers on technical specifications, tolerances and manufacturing requirements
Enjoy taking ownership and driving quality improvements
Thrive in a growing, fast-paced business environment
Location & Flexibility
Flexible home-based working arrangement
Regular travel to a manufacturing site in West Wales required
Increased on-site presence expected during manufacturing setup and scale-up activities
Travel and accommodation expenses supported
What's on Offer?
Salary circa £50-55,000, depending on experience
Opportunity to build and shape manufacturing quality systems from an early stage
High level of autonomy, ownership and visibility
Direct impact on production readiness and operational success
Broad exposure across manufacturing, quality, supplier management and scale-up activities
Chance to join an innovative technology business at a pivotal stage of growth
If you're a quality professional who enjoys building robust manufacturing systems, solving operational challenges and making a tangible impact within a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.