Quality Assurance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Dunbar; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the nuclear industry seeks a Quality Assurance Engineer for its Torness Nuclear Power Station. This permanent position offers the opportunity to ensure world-class quality and safety standards in a dynamic environment. The role involves promoting safety culture, managing quality documentation, and conducting audits to drive continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have QA/QC experience in engineering or nuclear settings and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth and professional development

Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable QA/QC experience in engineering or nuclear environments.
• Strong auditing skills with the ability to lead and influence a team.
• CTC clearance desirable; willingness to undergo the process if not in place.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with HSEQ standards.
• Develop and manage Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Plans (QPs).
• Conduct audits to monitor quality compliance and drive improvement.

Skills

Auditing skills

Project delivery

Compliance

Safety culture promotion

Education

CQI Certificate

Bachelor’s Degree in Quality

NVQ Qualification in Nuclear/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Role & Location: Quality Assurance Engineer - Torness Nuclear Power Station

Contract type: Permanent

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services.

At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore.

Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to join our team at Torness Nuclear Power Station. This permanent position offers a chance to play a key role in ensuring world-class quality and safety standards within a dynamic and high-profile nuclear environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a strong safety culture by leading by example and ensuring full compliance with HSEQ standards and legislation
• Apply relevant engineering specifications to support safe, effective project delivery
• Develop and manage Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Plans (QPs) in line with project and client requirements
• Maintain and implement the Altrad Integrated Management System (AIMS) on site
• Conduct internal and external audits to monitor quality compliance and drive continuous improvement
• Manage Life Time Records (LTRs) including coordination, checking and timely submission
• Liaise with project managers to support documentation, inspections and handover processes
• Monitor supplier and subcontractor performance through audits and assessments
• Maintain accurate HSEQ and quality documentation throughout project lifecycle
• Contribute to achieving SMART business objectives and agreed Quality KPIs
• Support Lessons Learned (LFE) sessions and implement feedback into future practices

Experience & Qualifications Required

• Demonstrable QA/QC experience within engineering or nuclear environments
• May possess several types of qualifications ranging from the Diploma, Associate and Degree level that may include:
• CQI Certificate or Bachelor’s Degree in Quality/HNC Engineering desirable.
• NVQ Qualification in Nuclear/Engineering related area.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and business process mapping
• Strong auditing skills with the ability to lead and influence a team effectively
• CTC (Counter Terrorist Check) clearance is desirable; candidates must be willing to undergo the clearance process if not already in place

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.