Site Quality Engineer

Cummins Inc.; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial firm in Huddersfield seeks a Site Quality Engineer to drive quality improvements, support compliance with industrial standards, and engage in cross-functional collaboration. This role requires a strong background in quality engineering, analytical skills, and knowledge of AIAG core tools and IATF 16949. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading quality audits and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring high standards of product reliability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience in quality engineering or process improvement in industrial or automotive settings.
• Strong knowledge of AIAG core tools and IATF 16949 standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.
• Lead corrective action and root-cause analysis to protect the customer.
• Support APQP and PPAP processes to meet quality expectations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Change management

Continuous improvement principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AIAG core tools (APQP, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC)

IATF 16949 standards

Job description

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Site Quality Engineer to join our Quality Team, in Huddersfield, United Kingdom

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce scrap, minimize pallet failures, and enhance overall product quality.
• Lead containment, corrective action, and root‑cause analysis activities (FTA, 7‑Step, Ishikawa, 5 Why) to eliminate recurring issues and protect the customer.
• Strengthen the site’s quality systems by ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, customer‑specific requirements, and AIAG core tools.
• Support APQP and PPAP processes to ensure new or modified products meet quality expectations and are ready for production.
• Utilize statistical methods—including MSA, capability studies, and SPC—to influence data‑driven decisions and improve process stability.
• Serve as a technical quality resource for cross‑functional partners, fostering collaboration and alignment on customer‑centric solutions.
• Promote Quality 4.0 capabilities by leveraging digital tools, cloud‑based systems, and connected data to enhance process visibility and performance.
• Lead or support internal quality audits and Safe Launch initiatives to ensure long‑term product reliability and compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with the capacity to apply structured quality methodologies.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate across teams and convey technical information clearly and professionally.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, change management, and continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to influence diverse stakeholders and drive balanced, quality‑focused decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, apprenticeship or a scientific discipline, or a related technical field; equivalent hands‑on experience may be considered.
• Experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or process improvement roles within an industrial or automotive environment is preferred.
• Mandatory strong knowledge of the following disciplines: AIAG core tools (APQP, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC) and IATF 16949 standards.
• Background in conducting audits, leading problem‑solving activities, and using data‑driven decision‑making tools.