Assistant Quality Surveillance Engineer (Energy)

Apex Contracting Co.; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Quality Surveillance Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to ensure product and service conformity in the Energy sector while working alongside seasoned Quality Engineers. You will oversee quality control of equipment, conduct audits, and prepare detailed technical reports that document quality surveillance activities. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal development, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment that values work-life balance and promotes health and wellbeing. If you are ready to elevate your career in a globally recognized company, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Health & Wellbeing support

Development and training opportunities

Inclusivity and diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Recognised craft apprenticeship and formal engineering qualifications required.
• Experience in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Quality Control and Assurance of Mechanical and Electrical equipment.
• Conduct supplier and process audits for quality systems improvement.

Skills

Quality Control and Assurance

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Quality Management Systems

Auditing

Education

Recognised craft apprenticeship training

HNC, HND, BEng, BSc or equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Assistant Quality Surveillance Engineer (Energy) UK Wide

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

Your new role, what's involved?

Join WSP’s leading Quality Services (QS) business group as an Associate Quality Surveillance Engineer and play a pivotal role in safeguarding product and service conformity to meet our clients' highest standards. As part of our dynamic team, you will help deliver the highest quality surveillance services across the globe, supporting sectors such as Energy, Industrial, and Transportation. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career under the guidance of our seasoned and highly qualified Quality Engineers.

As a global ISO 17020 “Type C” Inspection Body with a rich 40-year legacy, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive quality consultancy, audit, advisory services, and manufacturing assurance. Our work spans diverse areas, including asset maintenance and manufacturing assurance for new and refurbished power plants, nuclear, offshore wind, hydro, thermal and solar power production, and additionally battery storage equipment. You will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from Subject Matter Experts in all these fields.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee Quality Control and Assurance of Mechanical and/or Electrical equipment during manufacture, ensuring compliance with national and international standards.
• Conduct supplier and process audits, contributing to the continuous improvement of our quality systems.
• Assist in the review, mark-up, and approval of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated quality documentation.
• Engage directly with clients and their supply chains, addressing all quality matters with clear communication.
• Prepare detailed technical reports that document the results of Quality Surveillance activities.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, providing technical insights that support inspection and testing activities.

What we’re looking for:

• Recognised craft apprenticeship training and formal engineering qualifications (HNC, HND, BEng, BSc, or equivalent).
• Experience in any of the following areas is desirable but not essential:
• Electrical Engineering: Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, Cables, Motors
• Mechanical Engineering: Valves, Pumps, Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, Rotating Plant, Piping, Pressure Vessels, Compressors
• Quality Engineering: Auditing, Supply Chain Assessment, Quality Management Systems

This role offers a unique chance to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and make a significant impact within a globally recognised company. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in an environment that values quality and excellence, we want to hear from you!

Other Attributes

• As an Associate Quality Surveillance Engineer, you will need to demonstrate a methodical approach to inspections and problem-solving. You should have the confidence to challenge manufacturers, client contract partners, or client representatives when you identify any non-compliance with project specifications. Your ability to stand firm on quality standards will be key to our success.
• Detailed reporting is a significant part of a Quality Surveillance Engineer’s daily routine. We require candidates who are not only computer literate but also skilled in crafting clear, concise, and technically accurate reports. Your reports will play a vital role in documenting our quality assurance efforts and ensuring that all stakeholders are well-informed.

What's in it for you?

• Work-life balance? WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself. Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Diversity? We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Health & Wellbeing? We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
• Your development? We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

Apply now and be the future of WSP!

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.