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Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.\nAs a member of our team, you'll dive into an environment that encourages learning and boundary-pushing every day. You'll be part of an agile and dynamic workplace where today's solutions are built for tomorrow's challenges.\nOverview\nDue to the continue growth we are now recruiting a further Quality Engineer.\nIn this role, as a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a high level of quality for products delivered by our plant. The Quality Engineer is expected to operate within a framework of procedures and specific targets in pursuit of overall department goals and objectives.\nPeriodmentally based at the Droitwich site, however, will require some travel for inspections at Supplier sites.\nKey Responsibilities:\nInspection & Verification\nOversee and coordinate incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities to ensure adherence to quality standards.\nOptimize quality control efficiency and effectiveness by implementing sound quality sampling methods.\nDimensional checks against GA/isometrics, bolt torque, gasket type, flow direction, and tagging.\nOversee NDT coordination (VT, PT/MT, RT/UT as applicable); review reports and close out findings\nStandards, Compliance & Documentation\nEnsure builds conform to specifications, P&IDs, isometrics, and applicable codes (e.g., ISO 9001 QMS, PED/UKCA where applicable, ASME/EN pipework standards, electrical standards).\nMaintain device/heat-number traceability; control calibrated instruments and welding consumables per procedure.\nCreate/own ITPs, quality plans, inspection checklists, and weld maps; manage NCRs, concessions, and corrective actions.\nProduce data books/turnover dossiers: MTCs, WPS/PQR/WPQR, welder logs, NDT & pressure test records, electrical test certs, FAT/SAT reports.\nProblem Solving & Continuous Improvement\nLead the NCR Management System (5 Whys, Ishikawa) with measurable effectiveness checks in place\nEnsure that all SPC defects /first-pass yield/defect Pareto to target chronic issues (e.g., gasket seating, torque scatter, cable terminations).\nFeed manufacturability improvements back to Design (Poka-Yoke, standardization of valves/instrumentation, clearer isos/BOMs)\nCollaboration & Leadership\nCoach welders/fitters/assembly techs on inspection criteria, pressure-test safety, cleanliness standards, and E&I test methods.\nParticipate in daily stand-ups and readiness reviews; provide clear quality status and risk visibility to PMs and Production.\nHost client/third-party inspectors; manage hold/witness points and close comments professionally.\nSkills & Requirements\nSolid, hands-on experience in mechanical/electromechanical fabrication or modular plant construction.\nCan read/interpret P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings, electrical schematics, and data sheets.\nCompetent with precision measurement, pressure testing rigs, torquing methods, and basic electrical test equipment.\nFamiliar with welding quality (WPS/PQR/WPQR), material traceability, and typical NDT methods.\nWorking knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS and project documentation controls\nStrong communicator who’s comfortable on the shop floor and with clients/inspectors.\nPreferred Qualifications\nDegree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering or similar\nSix Sigma (Green Belt a plus); prior experience with SPC and CAPA\nExperience with PED/UKCA, ASME B31.x/EN piping codes, pressure testing standards, ATEX considerations (where relevant), and BMS/I/O FATs.\nE&I familiarity: continuity/IR testing, loop checks, VFD setup basics.\nKPIs / Success Measures\nFirst pass yield on FAT, NCR rate & closure lead time, punch-list burn-down before ship date.\nOn-time data book delivery, client/TP inspection acceptance at first presentation.\nLeak-free pressure tests, reduction in rework hours, effectiveness of CAPA (sustained).\nTools & Systems (example stack)\nQMS: ISO 9001 workflows, NCR/CAPA system (e.g., EtQ/Intelex/Jira).\nDrawings & Data: Autodesk/Inventor/Plant 3D, Navisworks, or similar; Office/365.\nTest: Calibrated pressure gauges, recorders/data-loggers, torque tools, multi-meters, insulation testers.\nWhy Armstrong Fluid Technology?\nBy joining us, you’ll become part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of fluid-flow technology. 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