Quality Assurance Engineer

Amentum; Leiston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support their Nuclear Power Engineering team in the UK. You will lead quality efforts in project delivery, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in regulated environments, relevant qualifications such as HNC in a Technical Discipline, and experience in auditing. A competitive salary, benefits, and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Proven track record in regulated environments with high safety standards.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Quality Management standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Awareness of Site Licence requirements on quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality matters on project delivery teams.
• Provide direction and guidance on Quality arrangements.
• Monitor effectiveness of quality management system.

Skills

Leadership on quality matters

Quality management system monitoring

Auditing and surveillance

Quality management practices

Education

HNC in a Technical Discipline or equivalent

BS EN ISO9001 Internal Auditor Training

BS EN ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Quality Engineer to join our Nuclear Power Engineering and Technical Solutions team supporting our key client EDF Energy Nuclear Operations with their nuclear fleet in the UK. This is a key role within our project and engineering portfolio which is spread across our UK network at all UK sites and stations. You will be supported and mentored by experienced quality engineering management professionals within the business and given the training and opportunities you need to develop and expand your management and leadership skills with larger and more complex projects.,

• Quality Engineers are accountable to provide positive leadership on quality matters within portfolios and project delivery teams and promote the adoption and culture of best practice, that delivers positive commitment to quality and engages all employees in continuous improvement
• The Quality Engineer should have experience of working in a Project Delivery environment and have a demonstratable ability to provide direction and guidance on Quality arrangements within Project Teams
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the quality management system and to make recommendations for improvement as appropriate, to ensure project activities comply with relevant procedures and QA requirements
• The Quality Engineer is accountable to the client PPM or equivalent Group Head, with functional responsibilities to the client Quality Lead. This role has no direct reports
• Everyone working in our team will have a proven track record of working within highly regulated environments with high safety standards and culture.
  
  HNC in a Technical Discipline or equivalent
• Recognised BS EN ISO9001 Internal Auditor Training completed
• Preferable - BS EN ISO 9001 Lead Auditor with IRCA Lead Auditor registration
• Demonstrated proficiency in auditing and surveillance of client and contractor activities
• Should be aware of the Site Licence requirements on quality assurance and arrangements required to ensure compliance
• Demonstrated proficiency in Quality Management standards and guidelines including the current versions of BS EN ISO09001
• Working knowledge of the current versions of IAEA GC-R-3, BS EN ISO14001 & BS EN ISO 45001
• Demonstrated proficiency in Quality Management practices, methods, and processes. This should include experience within Projects Quality
  
  Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.
We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

£38,646 per year - estimated ? Full time NEW At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.