Quality Engineer

N G Bailey; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as a Quality Engineer, contributing to the Hinkley Point C project, a landmark nuclear power initiative. In this role, you will ensure that quality assurance and control measures are effectively implemented throughout the project lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include developing quality management systems, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to delivering zero-carbon electricity to millions of homes. If you're passionate about quality and safety in engineering, this role is an exciting chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Training and Development Programs

Clear Development Path

Supportive Work Environment

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance within engineering, preferably mechanical/piping.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Management System for the project.
• Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with QA/QC requirements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Risk Management

Root Cause Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Engineering Degree

Internal Auditor Qualification

Tools

Quality Management System (QMS)

Job description

21 February 2025

Quality Engineer

Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater

Permanent, Full Time

Summary

NG Bailey are proud to be involved in the Hinkley Point C project based in Bridgwater, Somerset. This is the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in Britain providing zero-carbon electricity for around six million homes. NG Bailey, the UK’s leading independent engineering and services business, are proud to be part of the MEH Alliance, a joint venture to deliver the mechanical, electrical and HVAC installation for the project.

As part of recent growth on this project, we have a new vacancy for a Quality Engineer to support the QA Area Lead in ensuring that all aspects of quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) are implemented effectively throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Quality Management System (QMS) Development: Collaborating with QA Area Leads, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Management System tailored to the specific requirements of the nuclear new build project.
• Procedure Development and Review: Creating, reviewing, QA/QC procedures, work instructions, and quality plans to ensure they comply with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and project specifications.
• Quality Audits and Inspections: Conducting regular audits and inspections to verify compliance with QA/QC requirements, identifying non-conformances, and implementing corrective and preventive actions as necessary.
• Life Time Quality Records: Overseeing the documentation process, to ensure accurate and up-to-date records are maintained for regulatory compliance and project traceability.
• Risk Management: Identifying potential quality risks and hazards associated with the nuclear new build project, conducting risk assessments, and implementing risk mitigation measures to prevent quality issues and ensure safety and reliability.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all applicable nuclear regulatory requirements, codes, standards, and licensing conditions related to QA/QC activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Training and Development: Providing training and guidance to project personnel, contractors, and subcontractors on QA/QC procedures, standards, and requirements to promote a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigating and analysing root causes of quality issues or failures, utilizing techniques such as root cause analysis (RCA) to identify underlying problems and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to QA/QC activities, preparing regular progress reports, and communicating with project management regarding QA status, issues, and recommendations for improvement.
• Inspection and Test Plans: Responsible for development of ITP’s to meet construction schedule requirements.
• CFME: Champion Foreign Material Exclusion, preventing ingress or entrapment of non-specified materials, loose items or debris in equipment and/or systems during assembly and testing.
• Non-Conformance: Issue of NCR’s where required and facilitating construction in closure of internal and client issued NCR’s. Maintaining NCR/CAR Lessons Learned logs.

What we’re looking for:

• Prior experience in a quality position within the engineering industry and qualifications in a suitable engineering discipline (Preferably Mechanical/Piping).
• Previously having worked within a regulated industry and on large scale projects would be beneficial.
• Holding an Internal Auditor qualification would also be advantageous.

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us:

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.