Electrical QA/QC

NRL Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected organisation in the engineering sector is seeking an Electrical Quality Engineer to support critical electrical inspection and quality assurance activities on a significant nuclear framework project. The role involves conducting inspections, verifying installations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical QA/QC and a focus on meticulous documentation. This opportunity offers an excellent hourly rate and long-term stability within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rate

Long-term stability (12 months+)

Opportunity for skill development

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical inspection or electrical QA/QC within a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical inspection/testing techniques.
• Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Conducting electrical inspections across systems and installations.
• Recording inspection findings and producing detailed reports.
• Ensuring adherence to Health, Safety, Quality, and site regulations.

Skills

Electrical inspection

Quality Assurance (QA)

Electrical systems knowledge

Document accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering or E&I qualification (HNC preferred)

Tools

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an Electrical Quality Engineer to join a respected organisation operating within a regulated sector. This role offers the chance to work on a major long-term project, supporting critical electrical inspection and quality assurance activities across a high-profile nuclear framework.

The position is ideal for someone with a strong electrical inspection or QA/QC background who values precision, thrives in a structured environment, and takes pride in delivering high-quality, compliant work within a highly regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting electrical inspections across systems, installations, and equipment.
• Verifying electrical installations including cable containment, cabling, terminations, earthing, bonding, and testing activities (continuity, insulation resistance, functional testing).
• Inspecting panels, switchboards, MCCs, and instrumentation installations including loop checks.
• Reviewing and verifying documentation such as ITPs, LTRs, quality plans, inspection records, and electrical test sheets.
• Coordinating electrical work packs and ensuring all required documentation is accurate and complete.
• Recording inspection findings, producing detailed reports, and communicating outcomes to engineering and quality teams.
• Supporting the management of non-conformances, corrective actions, and surveillance activities.
• Ensuring adherence to Health, Safety, Quality, and site regulations and procedures.
• Liaising with contractors, engineers, and internal stakeholders to ensure clear and consistent electrical quality expectations.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of quality documentation for lifetime records compliance.

Skills and Experience Required

• Experience in electrical inspection or electrical QA/QC within a regulated or high-integrity environment.
• Electrical Engineering or E&I qualification (HNC preferred) or relevant equivalent background.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, installations, and inspection/testing techniques.
• Experience with ITPs, LTRs, quality plans, NCRs, and associated QA documentation.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification (advantageous).
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams.
• Knowledge of electrical industry standards (e.g., BS 7671, IEC standards) is desirable.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Opportunity to work on a major, long-term nuclear framework with a highly regarded client.
• Excellent hourly rate and long-term stability (12 months+).
• Engaging and varied electrical QA/QC scope within a specialist sector.
• Supportive environment with strong electrical, engineering, and quality leadership.
• Opportunity to further develop skills in high-integrity electrical inspection and nuclear QA/QC processes.

Location: Seascale and Whitehaven

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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