Piping Quality Engineer

NRL; Taunton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL is seeking an experienced Piping Quality Engineer to join the Hinkley Point C project on site in Somerset. The role focuses on enforcing piping quality standards, ensuring weld and material traceability, and coordinating with project teams to resolve issues.

This permanent position requires a strong background in regulated industries and precise documentation control. Applicants should have robust experience in piping QA, be able to read engineering drawings, and communicate effectively with

Qualifications

• Proven experience in piping engineering and quality assurance/control.
• Background in major projects within regulated industries (nuclear, oil & gas, power).
• Strong understanding of welding and materials standards relevant to piping.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Full right to work in the UK – sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce quality standards related to piping systems on site.
• Oversee material and weld traceability to meet project specifications.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with project teams and subcontractors to resolve quality issues promptly.
• Review quality documentation, test packs and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Assist in preparing and updating quality-related reports.
• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.

Skills

Piping engineering

Quality assurance

Regulated industries

Welding standards

Engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Quality database tools

Job description

Summary

We’re looking for an experienced Piping Quality Engineer to join a leading project at Hinkley Point C. This permanent position is ideal for candidates with strong piping experience gained in highly regulated industries such as power generation or oil and gas. If you’re passionate about quality standards and want to be part of one of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects, this is a great opportunity to make a real impact.

Location and Working Pattern

Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset

Working Pattern: Fully on-site, Monday to Friday

Client Overview

Our client plays a key role in delivering engineering excellence for major energy and infrastructure projects across the UK. They are committed to the highest safety, quality, and environmental standards, contributing to long-term sustainable energy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce quality standards related to piping systems on site
• Oversee material and weld traceability to meet project specifications
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance with client and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with project teams and subcontractors to resolve quality issues promptly
• Review quality documentation, test packs and ensure accurate record-keeping
• Assist in preparing and updating quality-related reports
• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions

Must-have Requirements

• Proven experience in piping engineering and quality assurance/control
• Background in major projects within regulated industries (e.g., nuclear, oil & gas, power generation)
• Strong understanding of welding and materials standards relevant to piping systems
• Able to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Full right to work in the UK – sponsorship not available

Nice-to-have Skills

• Familiarity with nuclear site regulations and codes
• Knowledge of ISO quality management systems
• Experience with quality database tools

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.