Job Title: Quality EngineerLocation: Dengie, EssexSalary: Circa 40,000A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality Engineer to join a leading manufacturing company in based in the Dengie area. You will be responsible for maintaining quality throughout the product lifecycle and supporting the Quality and Regulatory Affairs Manager. Candidates must have a strong understanding of quality assurance systems and processes, ideally within a regulated industry. Key Responsibilities:Act as the primary Quality representative within the Engineering department to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirementsSupport verification activities and contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the company''s Quality Management System (QMS)Assist in the creation and ongoing management of product Technical Files alongside the Regulatory Affairs ManagerProvide cross-functional quality support at all business levelsEngage with production teams on the shop floor, including within cleanroom environments Skills and Experience Required:Qualified in an engineering or technical disciplineExperience working in a regulated industry (e.g. medical devices, aerospace, automotive, pharma)In-depth knowledge of relevant quality standards and regulations (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 13485, MDD/MDR, CFR Part 820, ISO 14971)Hands-on experience using quality tools and methodologies such as FMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), CAPA, 8D, APQP, 5 Whys, MSA, Statistical Analysis (e.g. Minitab)Strong writ