Quality Engineering Manager (£35k-£55k), Cambridge, UK (QEM005)

Huxley Bertram Quality Engineering Manager

Drive Quality and Innovation at Huxley Bertram

Huxley Bertram Engineering Limited is looking for an experienced and dedicated Quality Engineering Manager to lead our quality function. This is a unique opportunity to ensure the highest standards across our bespoke, high-tech systems used worldwide. As Quality Engineering Manager, you'll oversee our ISO9001 Quality System, manage the Quality Department, and work directly with engineers to produce top-tier quality documentation for client projects.

Why Huxley Bertram?

At Huxley Bertram, we specialize in custom-designed, highly technical automation solutions for industries including pharmaceuticals, automotive, petrochemicals, medical, and nuclear. Our clients range from startups to industry giants like Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and GSK. Our equipment incorporates cutting-edge technology such as PLCs, robotics, and vision systems tailored to each clients' needs, and projects can vary from concept studies to million-pound production cells. With our roots in Cambridge and a long-standing commitment to engineering excellence, we offer a collaborative environment where autonomy and professional growth are valued.

What You'll Do

As Quality Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for leading our quality initiatives and ensuring seamless quality control processes across projects. Key responsibilities include:

• Quality System Management: Maintain and continuously improve our ISO9001 Quality System.
• Team Leadership: Manage the Quality Department, including a dedicated Quality Engineer.
• Documentation & Compliance: Produce essential quality documentation (e.g., machine handbooks, FDS, technical design specifications, FMEA, quality management plans) for client projects.
• Validation Protocols: Prepare and execute FAT, SAT, DQ, IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols and reports, particularly for pharmaceutical and medical device clients.
• Testing & Analysis: Conduct testing, manage compliance assessments, and oversee creation of deviations, investigations, and impact assessments to meet regulatory standards.

Who You Are

We're looking for a skilled quality engineer who's ready to take on a leadership role. Here's a snapshot of the qualifications and qualities we seek:

• Experience: Extensive background in quality engineering within a design and build manufacturing environment.
• Standards Knowledge: Strong experience with ISO9001 quality systems and equipment validation practices.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor a small team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Education: Degree or equivalent in engineering.
• Additional Skills: Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies, data analysis for performance tracking, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

Huxley Bertram offers a supportive environment that encourages autonomy and collaboration. With a low staff turnover and a reputation for high standards, we believe in investing in our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Competitive Salary: £35,000 - £55,000, depending on experience, with a discretionary bonus.
• Flexible Work Hours: 40-hour work week (Mon-Fri) with core hours from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm.
• Generous Holidays: 28 days, including Bank Holidays, plus additional days over the Christmas period.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including a pension plan, critical illness and death-in-service insurance, and participation in our Employee Shareholder Scheme.

Location:
Our main office and manufacturing facility are located in Waterbeach, near Cambridge, UK, with convenient access to road and rail networks. Occasional travel may be required to client sites for commissioning and support.

If you're ready to bring your expertise in quality engineering to a company that values excellence and innovation, apply today to join the Huxley Bertram team.