Senior Quality & Test Engineer

Senior Quality and Test Engineer

Bristol

Yolk Recruitment are managing an exciting opportunity for someone who is experienced in Quality and Test Engineering for an innovative, passionate and growing Bristol based manufacturer, one of the most recognisable brands in the world in their niche.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Engineer with a knowledge of both Test and Quality and a passion for outdoor pursuits. You'll be joining a team of passionate engineers in a singular business, in a varied role that'll see you determining and carrying out test activities and working to ensure third party manufactures are delivering products aligned to the reputation of the brand. Don't expect to be desk bound in this - it'd suit an active person who's keen to get hands on in the field as much as in the office!

This is what you'll be doing

• Creating and running product validation and durability testing procedures.
• Perform failure analysis, fatigue and environmental testing, with clear reporting.
• Design, build or source mechanical and environmental test rigs for internal and supplier use.
• Establish quality standards and test documentation across all product categories.
• Oversee supplier quality, including incoming inspections, audits and corrective actions.
• Work closely with Design, Production and Supply Chain teams to embed quality throughout.
• Enhance QC systems, improve measurement accuracy, and develop traceability methods.

This is what you'll need

• Background or degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar).
• Experience in quality, test or validation engineering.
• Knowledge of mechanical testing, rig design and data capture.
• Practical problem solver, comfortable with CAD and hands-on engineering tools.
• Experience working with global manufacturing partners and managing supplier quality.
• Motivated by precision, reliability and continually improving product performance.
• Knowledge of or enthusiasm for manufacturing processes such as forging, stamping, machining, welding, extrusion and HF welding.

And this is what you'll get in return

• Flexible working hours with ad-hoc remote working available.
• Access to retail discounts within the industry.
• Regular team and company wide team bonding activities and trips.
• Opportunity to join an exciting, innovative and growing company.

Are you up to the challenge?

If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.