QA/QC Engineer

GATTACA PLC; Dulverton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company within the nuclear and energy sectors seeks a QA/QC Engineer to ensure quality assurance on complex projects. This role involves preparing quality plans, supporting compliance with industry standards, and fostering continuous improvement processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, proficient understanding of QA methodologies, and relevant certifications, playing a critical part in maintaining safety and quality in engineering work.

Qualifications

• Solid background in engineering and QA/QC.
• Ability to interpret isometric drawings and pipe specifications.
• Experience with supplier documentation reviews.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans.
• Provide technical quality support across ME&I disciplines.
• Oversee compliance with welding, fabrication, NDT standards.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

KPI tracking

Fabrication understanding

Welding techniques

NDT techniques

Communication

Report writing

Education

CSWIP Level 3.2 - Senior Welding Inspector

PCN Level 2 - Radiographic Interpretation

Recognised Internal Auditor Qualification

ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced QA/QC Engineer to support major projects across the nuclear and energy sectors, including both project and maintenance scopes. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in quality assurance on complex, safety-critical engineering work.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Quality Plans, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and supporting QA documentation
• Provide technical quality support across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation (ME&I) disciplines
• Coordinate with Welding Engineers, Project Engineers, and suppliers to meet QA requirements
• Oversee compliance with welding, fabrication, NDT, and material certification standards
• Liaise with 3rd party inspectors and manage the inspection function
• Contribute to continuous improvement, internal/external audits, and performance tracking against KPIs
• Ensure all documentation is maintained within the Company's Combined Management System (CMS)
  
  

Experience & Skills Required

• Solid background in engineering and QA/QC
• Experience with Quality Management Systems, KPI tracking, and supplier documentation reviews
• Strong understanding of fabrication, welding, and NDT techniques
• Ability to interpret isometric drawings and pipe specifications
• Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
  
  

Essential Qualifications

• CSWIP Level 3.2 - Senior Welding Inspector
• PCN Level 2 - Radiographic Interpretation
• Recognised Internal Auditor Qualification
  
  

Desirable

• ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering
• Member of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI)
  
  

If you're a driven QA/QC professional looking for your next challenge within the nuclear or energy sectors, we'd love to hear from you.