Project Quality Engineer - Mechanical

ZipRecruiter; Reading; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks two Project Quality Engineers (mechanical or electrical bias) for a 12-month contract at AWE MENSA, Burghfield. Responsibilities include supporting QC activities, liaising with clients, and conducting site audits. Candidates must have active SC Clearance. Competitive rate of £57 per hour offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quality Engineer with mechanical or electrical bias.
• Current SC Clearance is mandatory.
• Proven track record in quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support QC activities and ensure timely documentation.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams on quality matters.
• Provide weekly quality updates and ensure compliance.

Skills

QC activities

Site audits

Client liaison

Job description

Overview

Project Quality Engineer (Contract) - AWE MENSA, Burghfield. We are seeking two Project Quality Engineers (one electrically biased, one mechanically biased) to join our team on a 12-month initial contract at the AWE MENSA Burghfield site.

Responsibilities

• Support QC activities and ensure timely documentation for sign-off and BV activities
• Compile LTRs, Orbit check sheets & ITPs, keeping them up to date
• Liaise with clients, BV, and internal teams on quality matters
• Assist with NCRs, concessions, and support closure of findings
• Carry out and support site audits and client audits
• Provide weekly quality updates and ensure compliance with company procedures
• Support the Construction Manager and Quality Lead in project delivery

Details

• Rate: £57 per hour (Outside IR35)
• Duration: 12 months (initial)
• Location: Full-time, site-based at AWE MENSA Burghfield
• Clearance: Current SC Clearance (minimum) required
• Start Date: ASAP

If you are an experienced Quality Engineer with either a mechanical or electrical bias and hold active SC clearance, we'd like to hear from you.