Graduate Quality Assurance Engineer

Company pension contributions of up to 8% and an annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays are just a few of the perks that the Graduate Quality Assurance Engineer will enjoy whilst working for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff. This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables.

The successful Graduate Quality Assurance Engineer will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse.

Key Responsibilities of the Graduate Quality Assurance Engineer will include:

• Maintain and govern the ISO 9001:2015 management system, ensuring effectiveness through structured auditing and compliance with customer and legislative requirements.
• Monitor and verify consistent implementation of quality policies and practices, including compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and customer specifications.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-functional metallurgy and quality team, supporting project delivery and ensuring robust quality governance.
• Drive continuous improvement of metallurgy processes, systems, and SOPs in line with national, international, and customer standards.
• Conduct and support material and component verification, including interpretation of certification (chemical analysis, heat treatment, NDT, coatings, etc.).
• Manage non-conformance processes (NCRs, SDRs, SAP reporting), ensuring traceability, defect control, and timely resolution of quality issues.
• Support supplier quality, documentation, KPI reporting (including COPQ), and cross-functional communication, contributing to operational performance and compliance.

For the Graduate Quality Assurance Engineer role, we are keen to receive CV’s from candidates who possess:

• A basic understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and relevant quality standards
• Recently graduated with a BEng in Material Science or similar
• Capability in quality inspection and verification of metallic materials and components.
• Ability to interpret material certifications, engineering drawings, and technical specifications in line with international standards.
• Good IT, communication, and cross-functional working skills, with understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, NDT, welding, and assembly.

Salary & Benefits:

• up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Monday to Friday
• 5 hours per week
• 25 Days annual leave + Bank holidays + up to 12 additional flex days
• Company pension contributions of up to 8%

Please be aware that many roles working for our client will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

You must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role.

To apply for the Graduate Quality Assurance Engineer role, please click “Apply Now” and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.