Job Description
Job Title: NADCAP Quality Engineer
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Location: South Yorkshire
Working Hours: 7:45am – 4:15pm, Mon to Thurs & 7:00am – 1:00pm, Fri
Contract Type: Fulltime, Permanent
Purpose:
To design, develop, and optimise composite structures and manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with performance, quality and safety standards while driving innovation in advanced materials engineering.
Responsible For:
Composite design, manufacturing, and testing processes.
Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
* Assume responsibility for the design, analysis, and validation of composite structures.
* Oversee the development and optimisation of manufacturing processes for composite components.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards, such as AS9100, through rigorous testing and quality assurance.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, timelines, and cost targets.
* Identify areas for improvement and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance.
Definition of Key Tasks:
* Design and analyse composite structures using CAD and FEA tools.
* Develop and implement manufacturing methods such as prepreg, autoclave, and RTM processes.
* Conduct material testing and validation to meet performance specifications.
* Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in design, manufacturing, and testing.
* Generate documentation for New Product Introduction (NPI) and train stakeholders on required standards.
* Conduct internal audits and maintain compliance with AS9100 and other relevant standards.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, enhance quality, and improve overall performance.
* Collaborate with suppliers and customers to address technical requirements and resolve quality-related issues.
Skills And Experience:
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
Experience:
* Minimum of 3-5 years in composites engineering, ideally within aerospace, automotive, or a high-performance industry.
* Proficiency in composite design, analysis, and manufacturing processes.
* Familiarity with quality standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP is highly desirable.
Key Competencies:
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
* Hands-on experience with CAD and FEA tools, as well as materials testing and validation.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Apply Now!
If this NADCAP Quality Engineer role sounds of interest please click apply to send your CV, or any question contact Kirk at MDE UK, Bristol.