Senior Quality Engineer (IMS)

Transfo Services; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to enhance and maintain the Integrated Management System (IMS). The ideal candidate will have strong experience in manufacturing environments and ISO auditing, specifically with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulations, directly impacting quality and operational excellence. Competitive salary and extensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Pension Scheme

Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options

Qualifications

• Experience with IMS in a manufacturing environment.
• Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 9001:2015.
• Experience in conducting internal audits and managing IMS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and continual improvement of the IMS.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and regulations.
• Conduct audits and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Strong experience with IMS

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

HNC in a Technical or Engineering discipline

Degree-level Engineering qualification

Tools

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor qualification

ISO 45001:2018 Auditing experience

ISO 14001:2015 Auditing experience

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer (IMS)

Join Us and Shape the Future of Our Integrated Management System

We are looking for an experienced Integrated Management System (IMS) Senior Quality Engineer to play a key role in maintaining, enhancing, and driving continuous improvement across our ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certified management systems. If you thrive in a manufacturing environment, enjoy influencing change, and are passionate about high standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence — this is the role for you.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development, implementation, and continual improvement of our Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and customer/regulatory requirements.
• Conduct internal audits, identify risks, and drive corrective & preventive actions.
• Develop clear, robust IMS documentation including procedures, work instructions, and forms.
• Deliver training and coaching to teams, strengthening IMS awareness across the organisation.
• Support 3rd‑party audits and help reduce NCRs through consistent system adherence.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to embed best practices, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Bring

Essential

• Strong experience working with IMS in a manufacturing environment.
• HNC in a Technical or Engineering discipline.
• Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 9001:2015.
• Auditing experience for ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to create and manage IMS procedures and guide teams at all levels.

Desirable

• Degree‑level Engineering qualification.
• Lead Auditor for ISO 45001 & ISO 14001.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or other CI qualification.
• Experience with electronics manufacturing, SharePoint document control, PFMEA/Control Plans, or metrology tools.

Why Join Us?

• You will drive the effectiveness of our entire IMS, directly impacting quality, safety, environmental performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise genuinely influences the way we operate.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and internal progression.

What we offer:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Career Hub (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration.

We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.

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