Project Quality Engineer

Morgan Ryder; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British manufacturer is seeking a Project & Quality Engineer to oversee project quality deliverables within the defence and nuclear sectors. This role encompasses managing quality projects, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with critical standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in quality engineering, fabrication processes, and a strong detail-oriented mindset. The position offers competitive compensation of up to £50,000 plus bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday (rising to 28 with service) + bank holidays

Annual bonus

Pension & life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quality Engineering or Project Quality Management within relevant manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of fabrication and non-destructive testing.
• PCN Level 2 (or equivalent) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage ongoing quality projects and act as Welding Coordinator.
• Perform NDT inspections and coordinate outsourced testing.
• Create and manage Project Quality Plans.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Project Quality Management

Non-Destructive Testing

Welding Processes

Problem Solving

Education

ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor qualification

Job description

Project & Quality Engineer

Defence & Nuclear Sectors – Preston – UP TO £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits – Leading British Manufacturer.

Our client is a renowned British engineering business with over six decades of experience in designing and manufacturing high‑performance transport systems and specialist fabricated equipment for defence, nuclear, aviation and infrastructure industries.

Operating from a modern, fully integrated manufacturing facility where design, fabrication, assembly, paint and testing are all completed in‑house, the business delivers world‑class engineering solutions for demanding and safety‑critical applications.

The Role

We’re seeking a hands‑on, technically strong Project & Quality Engineer to take ownership of project quality deliverables and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

This role offers the chance to work on technically challenging, high‑integrity projects within the defence and nuclear sectors – ensuring every product meets strict performance, traceability and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing ongoing quality projects while acting as Welding Coordinator, developing and maintaining WPS/WPQRs and supporting welder qualifications.
• Perform NDT inspections (MPI, LPI, VT, weld inspection) and coordinate outsourced testing.
• Create Project Quality Plans and manage hold/witness points.
• Conduct incoming and in‑process inspections of components and assemblies.
• Lead and coach Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys, 8D, Ishikawa) and ensure effective CAPA.
• Maintain and improve QMS procedures (ISO 9001) and support progression towards AS9100 and Fit for Nuclear (F4N) standards.
• Compile lifetime record packs and technical documentation to demonstrate compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering and purchasing teams to plan builds, track milestones, and manage quality risks.

About You

You’ll be a detail‑driven engineer who enjoys solving problems, ensuring compliance, and seeing the tangible results of your work in high‑specification, safety‑critical environments.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in Quality Engineering or Project Quality Management within a precision, heavy, aerospace, nuclear or defence manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of fabrication and welding processes and non‑destructive testing (NDT) with WPS experience.
• PCN Level 2 (MPI, LPI, VT) OR CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent (or commitment to achieve).
• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor qualification.
• Knowledge of ISO 15614 and ISO 9606 welding standards.

Why Join This Business?

• Real Autonomy: You’ll have the freedom and support to implement meaningful change.
• Professional Growth: Backed development opportunities including further education, external training and professional certification.
• Visible Impact: Work directly on critical national projects across the defence and nuclear supply chains.
• Rewards Package:
  • 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28 with service) + bank holidays
  • Annual bonus
  • Pension & life assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Equal Opportunities

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as a DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.