QA/QC M&E Engineer

NRL; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL, Blyth-based, is seeking an experienced QA/QC Engineer to own quality assurance across large-scale mechanical and electrical installations in the UK. You will implement and maintain QA/QC procedures, review and issue handover packages, and ensure compliance with relevant standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with construction management, subcontractors and stakeholders, you will lead inspections on site, monitor defect closeouts, and contribute to weekly quality

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience in M&E construction projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, installation, and commissioning.
• Excellent attention to detail and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare handover inspection, testing documentation, and operation and maintenance manuals.
• Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures for electrical and mechanical works throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and issue final handover packages to the client.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations during installation and inspection activities.
• Conduct on-site quality inspections and monitor the close-out of defects.
• Oversee testing processes to ensure procedures are followed accurately.
• Liaise with construction management teams, stakeholders, and subcontractors on quality matters.
• Contribute to weekly project progress reporting on quality-related activities.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Electrical/mechanical knowledge

On-site inspection

Education

Building Services qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds)

Job description

Salary

Negotiable

Join a leading construction and engineering project team delivering complex mechanical and electrical projects in the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QA/QC Engineer to take ownership of quality assurance processes and make a key contribution to ensuring compliance and performance standards are met across large-scale installations.

Location and Working Pattern

This is a full-time position based in Blyth, England.

Client Overview

Our client delivers large-scale engineering and construction projects across the UK and Europe, providing complete mechanical and electrical solutions from initial design through to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare handover inspection, testing documentation, and operation and maintenance manuals.
• Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures for electrical and mechanical works throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and issue final handover packages to the client.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations during installation and inspection activities.
• Conduct on-site quality inspections and monitor the close-out of defects.
• Oversee testing processes to ensure procedures are followed accurately.
• Liaise with construction management teams, stakeholders, and subcontractors on quality matters.
• Contribute to weekly project progress reporting on quality-related activities.

Must-have

• Electrical trade background and/or a recognised qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (e.g., NVQ or City & Guilds).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar QA/QC role within M&E construction projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, installation, and commissioning practices.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and planning abilities.
• Proven ability to manage workloads independently and meet project deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with contractors and project teams.
• Ability to lead, support, and motivate others in delivering high-quality work.

Nice-to-have

• Experience working on large multi‑disciplinary construction or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with commissioning processes and quality auditing systems.

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.