Connect Appointments have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Welding Engineer to join our established client’s manufacturing team in Sunderland.

What’s on offer?

• Monday to Friday
• £55,000 to £60,000
• Full-time permanent position

This challenging role is ideal for a Welding Engineer with a strong background in materials and fabrication. As a crucial member of the quality department, you will contribute to the success of the company by ensuring adherence to quality standards, process development, continuous improvement, and supporting training and development initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Providing comprehensive support across the site, handling various tasks as needed
• Ensuring products are manufactured in accordance with company procedures and meet specifications, supplying relevant supporting paperwork
• Assisting Production with innovation, process development, standard operating procedures, and technology application for continuous improvement
• Inspecting materials, welds, dimensions, and painting processes, with opportunities for training and development
• Conducting inspections at different production stages, including at supplier premises, to identify non-conformities in line with company procedures
• Collaborating with the team and work independently to support inspection and auditing processes, contributing to general quality-related activities and projects within the quality department

To be successful in engineering role you will ideally have previous experience, with in-depth knowledge of quality and welding management systems ISO9001 and ISO3834. Combined with the following skills, traits and experience:

• Experience with EN1090-2 is advantageous
• Ability to support the improvement of processes and procedures
• Competence in welder monitoring, weld sequences/standard operating procedures (SOP), and distortion control
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and international specifications
• A background in welding/fabrication manufacturing and/or quality-related activities
• Knowledge of welding processes, with expertise in MAG being essential, and TIG, SMAW methods -advantageous
• Familiarity with materials such as S355-60, 690-60 plate and pipe, and 960-40 plate
• Experience with products like Harbour mobile cranes and LR crawler cranes
• Ability to communicate information clearly at all levels, coupled with a methodical and logical approach
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills to support the department
• Membership in a professional institute (TWI, CQI, NACE, IIW, CMI, etc.) is a must-have
• Travel within the UK and Europe for a few weeks per year will be necessary

An official qualification for a Welding Engineer accredited in the UK is required, such as the International Welding Engineer (IWE) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) certification – highly required.

Do you meet the requirements above? APPLY NOW or give us a call on 0191 500 0028, we look forward to hearing from you!

Connect Appointments are on the lookout for an experienced Conveyancing Lawyer looking for their next career move to join our Bridport based legal client.

Our client is a well-regarded legal firm committed to providing high quality legal services and care.
As a Conveyancing Lawyer, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing an interesting and diverse portfolio of residential conveyancing (Some commercial conveyancing experience would be preferable but not essential)
• Providing precise, practical and effective advice and support to clients (and where appropriate other members within the conveyancing team)
• Ensuring efficient client representation while maintaining the highest standards of service

As a Conveyancing Lawyer you will bring the following experience:

• A qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive/Licensed Conveyancer with a minimum of two years + PQE or FCILEx/Licensed Conveyancer status
• Strong interest in residential conveyancing
• A good level of experience of acting in residential conveyancing matters
• Preferably some experience in commercial conveyancing but this is not a pre-requisite of any application

What’s on offer?

• A full-time position where flexible working arrangements can be considered
• A competitive salary of £30,000 to £40,000 per annum (commensurate with your experience)
• A progressive work environment that values work/life balance and prioritises employee well-being
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

If you’re an experienced Conveyancing Lawyer seeking a role that offers growth, a supportive work culture and the chance to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Interested? Apply now or give us a call on 0191 731 4800.