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Belcan

Design Quality Engineer

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Broughton, United kingdom

Freelance

30-10-2025

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Skills

Communication Python JavaScript Google Workspace Problem-solving Programming Project Management

Job Specifications

Job Title: Design Quality Engineer

Location: Broughton (Onsite Requirement)

Contract Type: Temporary – 12 Months (Likely to be Extended)

Hours: 35 hours/week (4.5 days between 7am–7pm, flexible within business discretion)

Rate:

£26.00/hour PAYE
£34.76/hour Umbrella

IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply

Security Clearance: BPSS+ (to be completed by client security team)

Interview Process: One-stage interview

Role Overview

A vacancy has arisen for a Design Quality Engineer to join a leading aerospace organisation. The successful candidate will work within the Quality Engineering Airframe Wing team, supporting quality performance activities across multiple programmes. This role involves interfacing with engineering teams and suppliers across Europe, America, and Asia.

You’ll be responsible for resolving quality issues and driving continuous improvement projects, focusing on process performance and product adherence to standards from the initial design phase through the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver improvement projects to meet engineering quality targets
Facilitate root cause analysis and practical problem-solving activities
Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans
Identify and mitigate risks related to engineering deliverables
Support deployment and application of quality standards within engineering
Capture and apply lessons learned to improve efficiency and product maturity

Skills & Experience

Solid background in Quality and/or Engineering
Familiarity with project management and root cause analysis (e.g., 8D, 9S)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
Understanding of FMEA, engineering drawings, and modification management
Experience with PLM/PDM systems and design/manufacturing environments
Programming knowledge (e.g., JavaScript, Python) and German language skills are a plus

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career?

If you're passionate about quality, innovation, and making a real impact in aerospace, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity!

About the Company

Belcan, a Cognizant company is a global supplier of engineering, manufacturing & supply chain, workforce and government IT solutions to customers in the aerospace, defense, commercial vehicles & automotive, industrial, and private sector. We engineer better outcomes for our customers – from jet engines, airframe, and avionics to heavy vehicles, automobiles, and cybersecurity. Taking a partnering approach to provide solutions that are adaptable, integrated, and value added, we have been earning the trust of our customers fo... Know more