Senior Project Product Quality Engineer

Who we are

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

About the role

• Work closely within multifunctional teams, focusing on the introduction of new products from design concept, through to product release into serial production onto the market.
• Create and agree a team Quality Assurance strategy for New Product Introduction (DDP).
• Responsibility for Quality Assurance deliverables within the gated workbook stage approval system.
• Risk management: inputting risks and driving mitigating solutions on project risk registers.
• Supporting Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) on system, design and process.
• Review product quality historical data and provide reliability predictions.
• Take an active role in design and test reviews.
• Record, track and manage Customer complaints using industry standard problem-solving tools and techniques.
• Manage product / field risk assessments as required.
• Prepare and present KPI’s relating to project performance and status.
• The tasks and responsibilities above are typical of the duties the postholder will be expected to perform. It is not necessarily exhaustive and other duties of a similar nature and level may be required from time to time.

Shared responsibilities

All employees have a responsibility:

• to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
• to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

Reporting Relationships

Manager

• Product Quality Manager

Size of team/environment

• Working within a large team of 27 personnel across different sectors within the quality department (Supplier Quality / Production Quality / Customer Quality / IMS & Environmental)

Role Requirements

Education/Qualifications

• HND or Equivalent as a minimum in an Engineering discipline (Degree desirable).

Related Experience

• Experience in a Quality Engineering role, preferably in new product development with a gated stage approval system.
• Regular use of APQP, PFMEA and PPAP is essential.
• A thorough understanding of Engineering drawings & specifications.
• A working knowledge of software/firmware introduction and development would be desirable.
• Experience of leading problem-solving teams using industry standard tools such as 8D, Ishikawa, 5 why, and CAPA is essential.

Skills, Special Competencies

• IT Literate – Microsoft packages, SAP experience preferred but not essential.
• Must be self- motivated with the ability to work without supervision.
• Should be assertive and have excellent communication skills.
• Should use logic and be data driven to make decisions.
• Good team player with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Full UK driving license.
• Prepared to travel as required (UK & Abroad)

Dräger‘s Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
• Flexi scheme
• Hybrid working available
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
• Cycle to Work
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
• Charity Giving scheme

We are open to flexible working and will consider a range of options, including adjustments to working hours, patterns, and location, depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific requirements, we encourage you to discuss them with us as part of the application process.

Dräger‘s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!

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