Field Engineer

Vulcain Engineering; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Field Engineer to ensure project quality standards are met. Key responsibilities include proactive site surveillance, managing non-conformance, and collaborating with site teams. Candidates should hold an HND in Civil/Mechanical Engineering, welding qualifications, and have knowledge of quality standards. This role is located in Swindon; relocation is required for applicants not local to Bridgwater. Visa sponsorship may be available for niche expertise.

Qualifications

• Minimum HND in Civil / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent vocational training.
• NDT Inspector – PCN Level 2 certification.
• Welding qualification CSWIP 3.1 or IWI-B.

Responsibilities

• Ensure works comply with contract standards and report non-conformance.
• Communicate proactively with site teams to support KPI indicators.
• Monitor quality inspection records before works are covered.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Welding proficiency

Knowledge of quality standards

Communication skills

Education

HND in Civil / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

NDT Inspector – PCN Level 2

ISO 9001 standards

ISO 19443 standards

Job description

The role of the Field Engineer is to ensure works are delivered to contract standards through proactive site surveillance, timely reporting of non-conformances, and strong collaboration with site teams. The role involves reviewing contractor performance, verifying inspection records, and identifying quality issues before they impact progress. Mechanical engineering knowledge, welding proficiency, and familiarity with relevant industry standards are essential.

Responsibilities

• Check that works are constructed in accordance with the contract and notify the Construction Superintendent of non-conformance request requirements.
• Submit details of any non-conformance request requirements to assist in the issuing of non-conformance reports.
• Proactively communicate with other site teams, maintain good communication links and ensure surveillance is timely reported and contribute surveillance information to support KPI indicators.
• Endeavour to identify potential quality issues before they arrive to enable mitigating actions.
• Support team instructions to take temporary measures to mitigate and keep works safe and within quality standards. Follow up by taking appropriate and proportionate action (e.g. issue communications, call meetings) to prevent the halt of works.
• Ensure tasks are developed to quality in accordance with the company's requirement for health, safety and environment.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of construction drawings, construction activities, quality control plans and quality inspection records.
• Ensure and monitor that quality inspection records are taken and agreed before works are covered up.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of HND in a Civil / Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent vocational training and experience.
• NDT Inspector – PCN Level 2 / Cofrend (ISO 9712 L2) – UT, RT, MT, PT, VT.
• Welding qualification CSWIP 3.1 or IWI‑B.
• Knowledge of quality standards – ISO 9001 and ISO 19443.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with LQRS / NCR's.
• Reside locally to Bridgwater or be prepared to relocate; this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis, depending on role criticality and project needs. Many of our UK projects require high-level security clearance, meaning we can often only consider candidates with an existing, indefinite right to work in the UK. Exceptionally, we may consider visa sponsorship for applicants with niche experience aligned to our core work (e.g. EPR/nuclear new build).