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Smith+Nephew

Quality Engineer

LocationUK - Hull Manufacturing
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
ExperienceUp to 5 yrs
DepartmentQuality
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live13h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have7
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline
Experience in a regulated industry (medical devices preferred)
Demonstrated experience applying Six Sigma tools (e.g., DMAIC, MSA, SPC, DOE, capability analysis)
Experience conducting Measurement System Analysis and Gage R&R studies
Experience with root cause analysis, validation, and risk management
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret technical data
Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
Nice to have4
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
2–5 years of quality engineering experience in a regulated environment
Experience with CAPA ownership and statistical data analysis
Familiarity with design transfer and sustaining engineering processes
Skills
Six Sigma
DMAIC
MSA
SPC
DOE
Cp
Cpk
5 Why
Fishbone
8D
PFMEA
DFMEA
Benefits
Annual bonus
Pension
Share options
Flexible vacation
Paid holidays
Paid volunteering hours
Private health insurance
Dental insurance
Healthcare cash plans
Income protection
Life assurance
Hybrid working
Gym discounts
Salary sacrifice bicycle scheme
Salary sacrifice car scheme
About the company
Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
About the role
Smith+Nephew is hiring Quality Engineers.
Join our team as a Quality Engineer and help bring our “Life Unlimited” purpose to life by ensuring the quality of life-changing medical devices.
You’ll take ownership of monitoring and improving quality performance through the effective application of statistical process control (SPC) and data-driven quality metrics, using insights to proactively identify risks, drive process stability, and enable continuous improvement.
Working closely with manufacturing, engineering, and NPI teams, you will help embed a culture of quality excellence and informed decision-making.
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with a proactive, problem-solving mindset. A strong understanding of quality principles is essential, with proven experience in process monitoring and delivering measurable process improvements.
What will you be doing?
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Act as Quality Lead for a specific Manufacturing Value Stream.
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Provide day‑to‑day quality engineering support to manufacturing, ensuring timely resolution of nonconformances.
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Lead structured root cause analysis using Six Sigma and Lean problem‑solving tools (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, 8D).
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Assist manufacturing in establishing and maintaining process controls, inspection plans, and quality checkpoints.
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Conduct Measurement System Analysis (MSA) including Gage R&R studies to ensure measurement reliability.
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Use statistical analysis to identify trends and recommend preventive actions.
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Independently support change control including risk assessments, verification/validation, and documentation review.
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Evaluate the quality impact of product and process changes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Support readiness activities for introduction of new or updated products/processes into manufacturing.
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Support maintenance of risk management files (PFMEA, DFMEA, hazard analysis) across the product lifecycle.
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Develop and execute validation plans and protocols for manufacturing processes, equipment, and inspection methods.
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Perform process capability analysis (Cp, Cpk) and contribute to statistical experiment design (DOE).
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Act as subject matter expert during audits and support preparation activities.
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Lead or contribute to CAPA initiatives with strong root cause analysis and verification of effectiveness.
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Ensure excellent documentation aligned with GDP and regulatory expectations.
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Collect, analyse, and interpret data related to quality performance (scrap, defects, yields, complaints).
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Prepare and present quality metrics to cross‑functional stakeholders.
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Lead and support Six Sigma–based continuous improvement projects focused on yield improvement, defect reduction, and process capability enhancement.
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Conduct structured investigations into returned products and customer complaints.
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Collaborate with suppliers, test labs, and engineering functions to resolve issues.
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Partner with Manufacturing, R&D, NPI, DQA, process engineering and QC to apply quality principles across the product lifecycle.
What will you need to be successful?
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline required (eg, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science).
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Experience in a regulated industry (medical devices preferred).
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Demonstrated experience applying Six Sigma tools (e.g., DMAIC, MSA, SPC, DOE, capability analysis).
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Experience conducting Measurement System Analysis and Gage R&R studies.
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Experience with root cause analysis, validation, and risk management.
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Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret technical data.
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Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
2–5 years of quality engineering experience in a regulated environment.
Experience with CAPA ownership and statistical data analysis.
Familiarity with design transfer and sustaining engineering processes.
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to welcoming, celebrating and thriving on inclusion and belonging. Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com)
Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
Work/Life Balance: Flexible vacation and time off, paid holidays and paid volunteering hours, so we can give back to our communities.
Your Wellbeing: Private health and dental plans, healthcare cash plans, income protection, life assurance and much more.
Flexibility: Hybrid working model (for most professional roles).
Training: Hands-on, team-customised, mentorship.
Extra Perks: Discounts on gyms and fitness clubs, salary sacrifice bicycle and car schemes and many other employee discounts.
Hybrid role
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