Quality Control Engineer

Arm; Leicester; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm in Leicester is seeking an experienced Advanced Resource Manager / Project Quality Control Engineer to support a major engineering and nuclear-regulated project. You will lead supplier quality management, welding inspection, QA activities, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and QMS.

The role requires skills in QCPs, ITPs, weld schedules, NDT procedures, and strong stakeholder engagement. Occasional UK travel and eligibility for SC clearance are required; immediate availability is

Qualifications

• Weld Inspection Qualification: CSWIP 3.1 or CSWIP 3.2, or PCL Level 2 (Weld Inspection).
• Engineering apprenticeship supported by EITB NVQs or equivalent.
• Eligibility to obtain or hold UK SC Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance & Supplier Management: liaise with customers to understand QA/QC and inspection needs.
• Review and approve supplier quality arrangements per project specs.
• Approve manufacturing docs: QCPs, ITPs, Weld Schedules, NDT Procedures.

Skills

Weld Inspection

QA/QC

Supplier management

Nuclear industry knowledge

Education

Engineering apprenticeship (EITB NVQs)

SC clearance eligibility

Tools

QCPs

ITPs

NDT procedures

Welding procedures

Job description

Advanced Resource Manager / Project Quality Control Engineer

Location: Leicester

Contract Length: 12 Months

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Rate: £40.00 - £45.00 per hour Umbrella OR £30.33 - £34.07 per hour PAYE

Security Clearance: SC Clearance (or eligibility to obtain UK Security Check clearance)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Advanced Resource Manager / Project Quality Control Engineer to support a major engineering and manufacturing project within a highly regulated environment. This role requires a quality-focused professional with extensive experience in supplier quality management, welding inspection, manufacturing quality assurance, and inspection activities across complex engineering projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all quality control activities meet customer, project, regulatory, and company requirements while maintaining compliance with industry standards and nuclear-sector expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Supplier Management

• Liaise with customers to understand quality assurance, quality control, and inspection requirements.
• Review and approve supplier quality arrangements in line with project specifications.
• Assess and approve manufacturing documentation, including:
  • Quality Control Plans (QCPs)
  • Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
  • Weld Schedules
  • NDT Procedures
• Attend supplier and subcontractor kick-off meetings to ensure quality requirements are fully understood.
• Provide expert advice on quality control risks, issues, and compliance matters.

Inspection & Quality Control

• Plan, coordinate, and assign inspection activities to inspection personnel.
• Conduct inspection assignments at supplier and manufacturing locations.
• Perform risk assessments before inspection activities.
• Inspect manufactured equipment and components.
• Witness key manufacturing processes, including:
  • Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
  • Functional Testing
  • Welding Activities
  • Mechanical Inspection Activities
• Review and endorse quality documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure timely completion and reporting of inspection activities.
• Manage final release and acceptance of procured items.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain and review Life Time Records (LTRs) and project data dossiers.
• Prepare and manage project quality documentation.
• Develop project-specific procedures and local work instructions where required.
• Ensure quality plans incorporate health, safety, and environmental considerations.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and company Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Support contract reviews, project handovers, and quality audits.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers.
• Participate in project meetings and quality reviews.
• Act as a key quality representative across the project lifecycle.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• Weld Inspection Qualification:
  • CSWIP 3.1 or CSWIP 3.2, or
  • PCL Level 2 (Weld Inspection)
• Engineering apprenticeship supported by EITB NVQs or equivalent industry-recognised qualification.
• Eligibility to obtain or hold UK SC Security Clearance.

Experience

Experience operating within Nuclear or other highly regulated industries.

• Strong understanding of Quality Control Plans (QCPs) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Proven experience working within project environments with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Experience reviewing weld schedules and associated weld procedures.
• Knowledge and practical experience of:
  • Fabrication and welding processes
  • Mechanical inspection
  • Assembly and testing activities
  • Material certification review
  • NDT techniques
• Experience supporting the manufacture, assembly, and testing of specialist engineered products or assemblies.

Knowledge

• Good understanding of Nuclear Industry quality requirements.
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • ISO 9001
  • Manufacturing processes and techniques
  • Industry regulations and legislation
  • Customer quality standards and expectations

Desirable Requirements

• HNC or equivalent qualification in Engineering or a related discipline.
• NDT qualifications.
• Internal or Lead Auditor training.
• Experience with turnkey engineering projects.
• Exposure to supplier quality assurance programmes.

Key Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented with strong report-writing capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Commitment to promoting health, safety, and quality excellence.

Additional Information

Frequent travel to supplier locations and customer sites across the UK will be required.

Occasional international travel may be required.

Candidates must be eligible for SC Security Clearance.

Immediate availability or short notice periods are highly desirable.