We are seeking a Product Assurance Engineer to support a client based in Bolton on a permanent staff basis.
This will be working 5 days per week Mon – Fri, 37 hours total. Typical Hours are 08.00 am – 5.00 pm Monday to Thursday and Friday 08.00 am – 12 noon which is also typically worked from home. An annual salary between £26 and 30k p/a is expected plus typical staff benefits including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Fridays working from home, life assurance and healthcare.
The client works in the industrial and manufacturing sector supporting clients across a range of niche industries supplying steel based products. A description is given below - to apply please respond with your CV and details on your current situation.
Product Assurance Engineer - Job Description:
The purpose of the role is to support the delivery of product testing and written certification activities undertaken on behalf of the business. The role will attend tests, organise test logistics and manage test records and reports to help demonstrate compliance with technical specifications, certification requirements and customer expectations. This will be achieved by developing a practical understanding of the company’s products, relevant engineering standards and test methods; coordinating effectively with internal teams, test houses and assessment bodies; and maintaining accurate, controlled test documentation throughout each activity
Product Assurance Engineer - Responsibilities & Duties:
• Support the Product Test & Assurance Manager in planning and delivering product tests and assessment activities.
• Attend tests at internal and external facilities, representing the business professionally and supporting the agreed test plan.
• Organise test logistics, including test bookings, specimen readiness, transport, site access, equipment, documentation and attendance requirements.
• Confirm that drawings, specifications, build records, product configurations and supporting evidence are available and accurate before testing.
• Liaise with Engineering, Production, Projects, Quality, suppliers, test houses and assessment bodies to coordinate test activities and resolve logistical issues.
• Maintain test plans, trackers, schedules and action lists, escalating risks, changes and delays to the Product Test & Assurance Manager.
• Record test observations, configuration details, photographs, results and follow-up actions in a clear and traceable manner.
• Manage test report administration, including reviewing draft reports for factual accuracy, coordinating comments, tracking approvals and maintaining final controlled records.
• Ensure test reports, certificates, assessments and associated evidence are stored correctly and are readily accessible to authorised stakeholders.
• Provide accurate testing and assurance information to Sales, Estimating, Projects and Engineering when requested.
• Maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with third-party test houses and accredited assessment or certification bodies.
• Maintain awareness of relevant industry standards and internal procedures and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement following test activities.
• Travel and work flexibly, including overtime where required, to support the agreed test programme.
• Any other ad hoc duties as may be required and as are commensurate with the grade of the post
Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:
Engineering HND/HNC qualification or equivalent practical experience; degree-level qualification advantageous.
Experience in an engineering, product testing, certification, quality or compliance environment.
Practical experience of coordinating activities, suppliers, materials, transport or site logistics.
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, test plans and technical reports.
Strong organisation and record-management skills, with careful attention to detail and document control.
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to work with internal teams and external laboratories or assessment bodies.
Competence in planning tasks, maintaining trackers and reporting progress, risks and actions.
Awareness of fire, security door and hardware products, supporting structures and relevant test standards is advantageous.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, including steel fabrication, welding and assembly, is advantageous.
A full driving licence and flexibility to travel and work overtime to support test activities as required.