Quality Engineer

Job description

H-Power is a UK-based, AIM-listed clean energy company developing zero-emissions hydrogen power systems. Using ammonia to produce low-carbon hydrogen at the point of need, and fuel cells to convert it into reliable, off-grid power, H-Power offers a scalable, practical alternative to fossil fuels, serving construction, infrastructure, transport and power generation sectors.

Behind the technology is a team driven by a shared purpose: to accelerate the shift away from fossil fuels.

H-Power is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to support and improve product and process quality across the Engineering, Production and Prototyping functions. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you'll apply quality engineering principles, data-driven problem solving and robust process controls to ensure products are built right first time.

This is a technically orientated, cross-functional role requiring strong analytical capability and experience with structured quality tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting and maintaining the QMS in line with ISO 9001 requirements
• Preparing and maintaining quality documentation, inspection plans and records
• Supporting internal and external audits and tracking corrective actions to closure
• Leading non-conformance investigations using 8D, 5 Whys and Ishikawa methodologies
• Defining in-process and end-of-line inspection activities and frequency
• Facilitating site-wide calibration activities, ensuring equipment is controlled and traceable
• Acting as a core member of the MRB for non-conforming materials and products
• Analysing quality data to identify systemic issues and drive continuous improvement
• Promoting right-first-time behaviours across all business functions

We're keen to speak with people with experience in:

• Working within an ISO 9001 Quality Management System environment
• Hands-on quality engineering or similar quality-focused roles
• Structured problem-solving, 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, Poka-Yoke, 5S
• Interpreting engineering drawings relating to system layout and functionality
• Inspection and measurement systems
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt (desirable)
• Statistical analysis tools such as Minitab (desirable)
• Knowledge of compressed gas systems, hydrogen, nitrogen (desirable)

Package & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Performance bonus scheme
• Company Share Option Scheme
• Bupa private healthcare
• Contributory pension
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Life insurance
• Flexible working hours | 37.5 hrs/week
• Employer-funded training: induction, H&S, CPD, management & compliance
• Up to 4 weeks contractual sick pay per rolling 12 months

H-Power have appointed Cranleigh STEM as their exclusive RPO recruitment partner. To find out more or to apply, reach out to Lewis at Cranleigh STEM directly lewis@cranleighstem.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cranleigh

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English