Welding & Quality Engineer

Company: Pertemps Stoke on Trent
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Location: Stoke on Trent
Job Description:

Welding & Quality EngineerFull-Time | Permanent18.00 – 20.00 per hour (DOE)

We’re recruiting for an experienced Welding & Quality Engineer to join a growing sheet metal and fabrication manufacturer supplying high-quality components and assemblies to leading OEM customers in the construction, agricultural, and off-highway vehicle sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in welding, quality assurance, customer projects, and continuous improvement within a modern manufacturing environment.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Developing and maintaining welding procedures and qualifications
  • Supporting welder training and resolving welding-related quality issues
  • Preparing and managing PPAP submissions
  • Creating and maintaining Control Plans, PFMEAs, Process Flows, and Inspection Plans
  • Investigating non-conformances and leading corrective actions
  • Managing customer and supplier quality concerns
  • Supporting audits and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Working closely with production, engineering, and inspection teams
  • Supporting new product introductions and manufacturing improvements

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience within fabrication, sheet metal, or heavy engineering
  • Strong knowledge of MIG/MAG welding processes
  • PPAP and quality documentation experience
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and weld symbols
  • Experience with root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach

Desirable:

  • IWE, IWT, or CSWIP qualifications
  • Knowledge of ISO 3834 and ISO 9001
  • Experience working with OEM customers
  • Understanding of GD&T, CMM inspection, or robotic welding

What’s on offer?18.00 – 20.00 per hour (DOE)Career progression opportunitiesExposure to major OEM customersVaried and challenging roleSupportive and growing businessCompetitive benefits package

If you’re a Welding & Quality Engineer looking to make a real impact in a growing manufacturing business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Posted: August 12th, 2026