Graduate Quality Engineer

Location: Precision Micro, Vantage Way, Birmingham, UK, B24 9GZ

Precision Micro is a global specialist in chemical etching, supplying high-precision metal components to demanding sectors including medical devices, aerospace, space, satellite systems, automotive, electronics, and industrial manufacturing. Our components are used in mission-critical and high-performance applications where precision, reliability, and consistency are essential.

We work with a range of globally recognised customers, including ASML, Amazon, Bosch, BorgWarner, and Blue Origin, supporting innovative technologies from advanced semiconductor manufacturing through to next-generation space and satellite platforms.

Precision Micro is also highly environmentally focused, enabling many next-generation low-carbon and sustainable technologies. We supply precision components for applications such as carbon capture, hydrogen production and distribution, electrification, and energy-efficient systems, helping our customers develop solutions that support a more sustainable future.

We are seeking a Graduate Quality Engineer to join our team. This role offers a structured development pathway, beginning with a hands-on placement within production and inspection, before progressing into a fully-fledged Quality Engineering role.

The Role

This is not a purely office-based graduate role. For the first 6 months, you will work closely with Production and Inspection teams to develop a deep understanding of:

• Chemical etching processes and manufacturing constraints

• Measurement techniques, inspection methods, and equipment

• Product characteristics, tolerances, and defect modes

• Real-world quality challenges in a changeable NPI and production environment

During this initial period, you will work a rotating shift pattern:

• Week 1: 06:00 – 14:15 (AM shift)

• Week 2: 14:00 – 22:15 (PM shift)

A shift allowance will be provided during this period.

This shift-based placement is designed to give full exposure to manufacturing operations across the working day.

Following this initial period, you will utilise knowledge gained to transition into a Graduate Quality Engineer role, supporting activities such as:

• Root cause analysis and corrective action (RCA / CAPA)

• Process capability analysis and continuous improvement

• Customer and internal quality issue resolution

• Development of inspection standards and control plans

• Support for audits, compliance, and quality systems

You will be supported through a structured development plan, including progression towards recognised UK quality qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and apply inspection techniques including visual inspection, dimensional measurement, and use of metrology equipment

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerance requirements

• Support the investigation of quality issues, contributing to and creating root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Collect, analyse, and interpret quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

• Assist in the development of limit samples, inspection standards, and quality documentation

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and NPI teams to resolve quality challenges

• Participate in process reviews and continuous improvement activities

• Research, select, and deploy state-of-the-art vision systems and measurement technologies to support advanced inspection capabilities

• Operate in full compliance with company Health & Safety standards, supporting safe working practices in both production and inspection environments

About You

This role is ideal for a self-motivated, confident, and ambitious graduate who is keen to build a career in Quality Engineering through hands-on experience in manufacturing.

You will ideally have:

• A First-class honours degree (desirable)

• A degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline is desirable but not essential

• Excellent mathematics and numeracy skills, with a minimum of Grade 8 (or equivalent) at GCSE Mathematics

• A high level of attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem solving

• An interest in data analysis, measurement, and continuous improvement

• Great communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Adaptability and willingness to work rotating shifts

• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in quality, manufacturing, or engineering

What We Offer

• A structured graduate pathway into Quality Engineering

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing and inspection environments

• Support towards recognised UK quality qualifications (e.g. CQI or equivalent)

• Exposure to high-specification customer applications and regulated industries

• A progressive, varied working environment

• Competitive graduate salary and benefits package, including shift allowance during initial training period

• Clear opportunities for progression within Quality and Engineering functions

How to Apply

If you are looking to build a career in Quality Engineering and want to gain real-world experience in a technically challenging and changeable manufacturing environment, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Please submit your CV along with a short covering statement outlining your interest in the role and Precision Micro.

Please note: No applications or speculative CVs from recruitment agencies will be accepted for this role.