Quality Engineer

Framatome; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension contribution 8%

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Job summary

Framatome UK is hiring a Quality Engineer to join the team at Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, to support the quality process and ensure high-quality standards are maintained in accordance with project requirements.

You will manage quality documentation, liaise with customers, and lead investigations and corrective actions while contributing to continuous improvement across multiple projects in a multinational setting.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification required.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and Quality inspections.
• Nuclear industry knowledge is advantageous.
• Lean or Six Sigma is desirable.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance to Quality Management Systems and ISO 9001 standards.
• Liaise with internal/external customers on Quality concerns.
• Coordinate monthly progress against quality improvement plans.
• Manage Quality documentation (Quality Plan/Procedures/ITP).
• Raise NCRs, RFIs and Field Change Requests as needed.
• Support and maintain project quality deliverables against schedules.
• Provide guidance on Quality matters to internal teams.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office

Education

ONC/BTEC/C&G/HNC/HND (or higher)

Tools

ISO 9001 Internal Auditor

FIDIC/NEC3 knowledge

Project management tools

Job description

Job Opening Title

Quality Engineer

Job type

Non fixed term

At Framatome we are a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 22,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is now over 500 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming continuing our growth journey. Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future

We are currently seeking a Quality Engineerhere to join our team in Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater to support the quality process to ensure the high level of quality standards are maintained and in accordance with the relevant requirements

What will you be doing?

• Ensure compliance to the Quality Management Systems, policies and procedures to assure continuing compliance to ISO 9001 standards
• Liaise with internal and external customers on Quality concerns.
• Coordinate monthly review and reporting of progress against the annual quality improvement plans
• Ensure compliance to the Contract Quality Assurance Plan/General Quality Assurance Specifications/Supplier Quality Plan/Project Quality Management Plan
• Undertake project work in support of quality department, on topics such as: problem solving, investigation reporting, audit and governance programmes etc.
• Prepare/review/approve/maintain project quality documentation such as: Quality Plan/Manual, Technical Procedure writing (NDT, Dimensional, Cleanliness), ITP, process procedures and instruction writing
• Raising internal/external NCRs, formal Technical queries (RFIs) and Field Change Requests where ever required
• Development, support, and maintenance of the project quality deliverables in line with project schedules. (These include LTQR / QRC / Review and update of records following client comments)
• Act as in-house council to provide guidance and solutions to internal functions on Quality matters
• Ensure compliance to customer and product specifications through rigorous inspections – regular Client liaison
• Monitor and internally audit Goods in, welding, calibrated equipment & inspection activities.
• Monitor sub-contractor quality activities on-site.
• Approving incoming materials by confirming specifications; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials and reviewing material certification and ensuring vigilance to CFSI requirements / Goods in/Out Procedure
• Approving in-process production by confirming specifications; ensuring correct documentation is distributed and communicating required adjustments to production supervisor.
• Approving finished products by confirming specifications; occasionally conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for rework; confirming rework.
• Reviewing inspection records tracking; summarizing rework and waste & interdepartmental co-ordination.
• Review and compile all Life Time Quality Records required per product.
• Maintaining a safety conscious work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Accomplishing quality and organising jobs by completing related results as needed
• Managing non-conformities and help to address them, managing corrective and preventative actions and organising their implementation.
• Exchanging with the internal/client quality inspector
• Compilation of final manufacturing records and LTQRs
• Assist the workshop/Onsite implementationof Lean and 6Sigma activities

Profile

What are we looking for?

Qualifications:

• Recognised Engineering Qualification ONC/BTEC/C&G/HNC/HND (or higher required)
• Visual Weld Inspection - Welding Institute Course
• ISO:9001:2015 Internal Auditor
• CCCNSG / HS&E MAPS - Managers and Professionals Test (required)
• Lean or Six Sigma (desirable)

Technical Skills:

• Chartered Quality status
• Familiar with pre heat and post weld heat treat methods.
• Understanding of the nuclear steam supply system.
• Knowledge of Quality tools and systems e.g. Six Sigma, Lean, EFQA etc.
• Proven relevant experience as a QA Engineer
• A good understanding of FIDIC and or NEC3 contracts.
• A good working knowledge of Project Management protocols and standards.
• Experience of managing multiple projects at one time at differing stages
• Experience of developing and implementing processes and procedures.
• Experience leading investigations / problem solving
• High level of competence in MS Office products
• Sound welding knowledge
• Knowledge in fabrication
• Knowledge in installations
• Previous experience of working in a multinational team would be beneficial
• Previous experience in a highly regulated industry advantageous
• Knowledge of ISO 14000 and ISO 45001

Behaviour Skills:

• Good team working skills
• The ability to work with a low level of supervision and intervention
• Highly organised with attention to detail
• Good leadership skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills including influencing and presenting
• Ability to work in a team as well as on own initiative with a can -do attitude
• Ability to take responsibility for problems within their own remit and to deliver solutions
• Results focused with the ability to meet commitments and deadlines.
• Logical thinking
• Discretion, ability to maintain confidentiality

Work pattern: On-site

Benefits we offer:

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Our benefits package also includes Individual and family private health care, Dental insurance – individual cover, Cashplan – Level 2 cover - individual and family cover, Life assurance (4x salary), Income Protection, Professional Body Membership, Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice), Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice), Babbel – learn a new language and Generous family leave.

Job location

United Kingdom, Bridgwater

Job location (site)

Hinkley Point C

Job family

Standard

Minimum level of education required

Technical Certificate / Diploma

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

Legal company

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).