Senior Quality Engineer
Wolverhampton (WV4 6FB) | On‑site (5 days in office) | Permanent
Ready to take ownership of quality systems in a global engineering business?
About Fortress Safety
Fortress Safety are experts in machinery safety and interlocking. Since 1977, we’ve been protecting people and equipment in hazardous environments from our Wolverhampton headquarters, with operations across the USA, Europe, Australia, China, and India.
We are part of Halma plc, a FTSE 100 group with 8,000+ employees across 50+ subsidiaries worldwide, united by a clear purpose: making the world safer, cleaner, and healthier.
The Opportunity
As Senior Quality Engineer, you’ll be the driving force behind our production quality management systems, ensuring our products not only meet—but exceed—customer and regulatory expectations.
This is a hands‑on, senior role combining problem‑solving on the shop floor with strategic oversight. You’ll work cross‑functionally with design, production, and supply chain teams, embedding a culture of quality across the operational business and helping shape how quality is delivered as the organisation continues to grow.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and develop production quality assurance processes aligned to ISO 9001 and relevant industry standards
- Drive root cause analysis and implement robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Champion continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
- Analyse quality metrics, prepare reports, and present insights to senior leadership
- Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers on quality matters
- Partner with engineering teams on DFMEA / PFMEA to pre‑empt potential failures
- Support audits, approvals, and quality improvement plans
- Line manage and develop quality inspectors and colleagues, supporting technical and professional growth
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) Or equivalent experience gained on the job
- Significant, hands‑on experience in a batch manufacturing quality role, ideally within electro‑mechanical production
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001
- Proven capability in problem‑solving, statistical analysis, and process optimisation
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Desirable
- Familiarity with IATF 16949 or AS9100
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience, or the ability to lead without formal authority
- Ambition to progress into a broader quality management role
Key Behaviours for Success
- Planning & organising with agility
- Motivating others and inspiring results
- Collaborative working and clear communication
- Leadership and delivering through others
- Strong customer focus and commercial awareness
- Continuous improvement mindset and data‑led decision making
Location & Working Pattern
- Fortress Interlocks, Wolverhampton (WV4 6FB)
- 5 days per week on‑site
- Permanent role
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Pension with employer contribution up to 10.5%
- Company bonus scheme
- Annual Halma share vesting scheme
- Life assurance
- Bike to work scheme
- Eyecare support
- Airport parking discounts
- Long service recognition
Inclusion & Belonging
At Fortress, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.