Quality Engineer

Millbank Holdings Limited; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Quality Engineer for a major project in Cumbria. This crucial role ensures compliance with the highest quality and safety standards in a nuclear environment. Responsibilities include developing quality management systems, conducting audits, and training teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering or Quality Management, alongside relevant quality engineering experience. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality engineering within heavily regulated industries.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality management systems.
• Conduct inspections and audits to verify compliance.
• Support resolution of quality-related issues.
• Prepare quality documentation and reports.
• Provide training on quality standards to project teams.

Skills

Quality engineering experience

Regulatory compliance in nuclear projects

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Job description

Do you have previous experience in working for a tier 1 company on a major project?

Can you show how you’ve ensured quality and compliance on a safety critical project?

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Engineer to join a major nuclear project in Cumbria. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all engineering, construction, and operational activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project delivery, maintaining regulatory standards, and driving continuous improvement across all phases of the project lifecycle.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems aligned with nuclear industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and surveillance activities to verify compliance with project specifications and codes of practice.
• Support the resolution of quality-related issues, including non-conformances and corrective/preventive actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and project management teams to embed quality assurance into daily operations.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, reports, and records for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide training and guidance to project teams on quality standards, processes, and best practices.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, suppliers, and contractors to ensure adherence to contractual and statutory obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety outcomes.

You will have the following qualifications & experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in quality engineering within highly regulated industries (nuclear, energy, or infrastructure preferred).

It’s great if you also have the following

• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, quality assurance methodologies, and nuclear regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to risk management and compliance.

Get in touch now

If you're seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience, we are looking for, then apply now or contact Zoe Wilson via Linkedin.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

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