Senior Quality & Process Control Engineer – HSS

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

Senior Quality & Process Control Engineer managing quality and compliance for high-security products. Involved in process controls, project delivery, and team collaboration across various sites in the UK.

Posted 4/19/2026full-timeWillenhall • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish, deploy and maintain robust process controls across all High Security and Safety product categories
Ensure full compliance with stakeholder specifications, requirements, FIRAS standards, UKCA regulations and internal engineering rules
Define and monitor inspection and testing procedures from raw material receipt through to final site sign‑off
Manage Tier 1 contractor quality platforms to capture site snags and track resolution
Own the end‑to‑end CAPA lifecycle, from non‑conformance identification through to long‑term corrective actions
Lead root cause analysis using structured methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA and layered audits
Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Delivery and Installation teams to embed preventive controls and eliminate repeat issues
Attend UK project sites to validate installation quality and compliance for: Windows and doors, Riser and service doors, Timber and joinery packages, FF&E and locking systems
Provide real‑time technical support to installation teams
Conduct site inspections, installation audits and final compliance checks
Maintain end‑to‑end product traceability using digital systems (e.g. QR‑code and component tracking)
Produce, review and approve quality documentation including: Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Compliance packs, Certificates and as‑built records
Deliver clear, transparent quality reporting to clients and stakeholders
Provide early‑stage quality input and risk assessment during pre‑construction phases
Build trusted relationships with key partners, stakeholders and other strategic contractors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in quality leadership within manufacturing, construction or high‑security environments
Strong knowledge of MoJ/HMPPS specifications and custodial product requirements
Proven background in CAPA, root cause analysis and process improvement
Comfortable supporting high‑pressure construction sites and multi‑site operations
Excellent communication skills with strong client‑facing capability
Willingness to travel nationally and work flexibly.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work on nationally significant, high‑profile programmes
Be part of a technically driven, quality‑focused leadership team

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Hard Skills & Tools

process controlsinspection procedurestesting proceduresCAPAroot cause analysis5 WhysFishboneFMEAquality documentationproduct traceability

Soft Skills

quality leadershipcommunication skillsclient-facing capabilityrelationship buildingproblem-solvingflexibilityteam collaborationrisk assessmentattention to detailstakeholder engagement