Job Title: Lead Value Assurance Engineer Job Type: Full Time; Permanent Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum Location: Ilfracombe Hours of work: - Monday to Thursday 7.30 am - 4.30 pm / Friday 7.30 - 12 Noon Our client is the largest manufacturer and designer of standard and configurable AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies. Headquartered in North Devon, they employ approximately 300 people in the UK. Certifications include ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 13485 (Medical devices - Quality management systems). Embark on an exciting journey as the Lead Value Assurance Engineer at our client a renowned leader in the manufacturing industry. In this permanent role, you''ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact. Become a Driving Force in Quality Assurance Lead the charge in component approvals, reviewing, and testing new and alternative components to ensure the highest standards of quality and reliability. Collaborate with component suppliers and RandD engineers to select the most appropriate cross-references and conduct thorough testing. Provide technical support to the UK purchasing and subcontract manufacturing teams, ensuring seamless operations. Preferred Requirements Carry out component characteristic testing to prove authenticity and functionality of parts, following procedures to ensure components meet datasheet specifications and package robustness. Work with suppliers for defective component failure analysis, leveraging your expertise to identify and resolve issues.