Quality Engineer

Vanderlande; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YuLife Wellbeing membership with GP</n

Cycle to work scheme

Pension with Aviva

Achievers rewards platform

Job summary

Vanderlande is seeking a proactive Quality Engineer to safeguard zero-defect, audit-ready installations across Heathrow project sites. You will validate benchmark mock-ups, conduct inspections, review tests and ensure complete documentation for client approvals.

The role requires hands-on expertise in mechatronics or electrical engineering, strong drawing interpretation, and the ability to escalate non-conformities to project leadership when needed.

Qualifications

• NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3+ in electrical or mechanical.
• Minimum 5 years of live operational environment experience.
• Strong drawing interpretation skills with hands-on installation/commissioning quality focus.
• Experience with ISO 9001 auditing and electrical inspection/testing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support and promote safety-first culture on site.
• Validate installations meet design standards and customer requirements.
• Audit As-Built documentation and defect lists.
• Identify non-conformities and perform root-cause analysis to drive corrective actions.
• Lead continuous improvement in project delivery and installer performance.

Skills

Drawing interpretation

Quality assurance

Root cause analysis

Auditing

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Installation quality

Project site experience

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical

Job description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for assuring zero-defect, audit-ready mechanical and electrical installations across project sites, acting as the quality gatekeeper from installation through pre-commissioning and handover. The role validates benchmark mock-ups, conducts inspections and visual audits, and ensures all tests, checklists, snag/defect resolution, and as-built records are complete, accurate, and compliant with approved designs, standards, and customer requirements. The position identifies and classifies non-conformities, leads root-cause analysis, drives corrective actions and continuous improvement, and supports training needs to strengthen site quality culture. Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, engineering, and site teams, the Quality Engineer facilitates approvals and has the authority to challenge or stop non-compliant activities, escalating as required. Candidates should have an, NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3+ in an electrical or mechanical, We are seeking a Quality Engineer with a strong foundation in mechatronics or electrical engineering. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, proactive, pragmatic and takes ownership of installation quality. They should be able to interpret technical drawings and resolve snags on‑site. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, and the ability to work on project sites around Heathrow Airport. You will serve as the quality gatekeeper, verifying that every installation is executed in accordance with approved designs, benchmark standards and adhering to customer requirements throughout the project life cycle. You will ensure the correct execution of all required tests and checklists, confirm that installations are snag‑free, and uphold the highest standards of quality. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining complete, accurate, and compliant documentation, ensuring the project always remains audit ready. In this role, you will also be responsible for executing and supporting the pre‑commissioning phase, helping to ensure that all equipment is correctly installed, thoroughly tested, validated, and fully prepared for functional commissioning‑delivered on time, with zero defects, full compliance, and ready for audit at any moment. Your work will directly impact client satisfaction, operational reliability, and regulatory compliance, setting the benchmark for excellence in our industry. Your responsibilities and activities will include:

Your responsibilities and activities will include:

• Support and promote a safety-first culture
• Validate benchmark mock-ups with site supervisors and installation contractor.
• Ensure mechanical and electrical installations meet approved design and standards.
• Verify completeness and accessibility of installation files, specifications, and quality documents.
• Conduct visual audits and review inspection reports to ensure documentation is compliant and audit-ready for client and consultant approvals.
• Audit As-Built documentation and defect lists.
• Identify non-conformities, conduct root cause analysis, and ensure timely resolution.
• Analyse recurring issues and recommend process enhancements.
• Identify training needs and contribute to installer performance reviews.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery, sharing knowledge and supporting the wider project community.
• Ensure pre-commissioning of the installation and readiness for functional commissioning.
• Participate in final walkthroughs and confirm defect-free handover.
• Work closely with clients, consultants, installation contractor, engineering and site teams.
• Facilitate smoother approvals and signatory processes.
• Authority to challenge and stop non-compliant installation activities, with escalation to project leadership where required, YuLife - Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers
• A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Yellow Nest is a salary exchange scheme that reduces childcare costs for parents and employers
• Pension with Aviva
• Access to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.
  discipline, strong drawing interpretation skills, and significant experience in live operational installation/commissioning/quality environments; ISO 9001 auditing and relevant electrical inspection/testing certifications are advantageous. Are you driven by the challenge of delivering zero-defect and audit-ready installations that meet the highest standards of quality, reliability and compliance, and do you thrive in dynamic project onsite environments where precision, discipline, and proactive leadership are key to success?, City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Electrical or Mechanical discipline
• Proven experience in installation, commissioning, or quality within automated, manufacturing, or materials handling environments
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a live operational environment
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, installation standards, and testing procedures
• Ability to read and