Quality Engineer

Metlen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Private Medical Insurance

On-site accommodation

Rental Car

Food allowance

Fuel card

Job summary

Metlen Energy and Metals seeks a QA/QC Engineer to join the M Renewables Division across the United Kingdom, delivering large-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System projects with the highest quality standards.

Working with Project Manager, Construction Manager, site engineers and subcontractors, you will implement the Project Quality Management Plan, oversee inspections, review drawings and specs, manage NCRs, and ensure compliance across the construction lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years' experience in QA/QC within construction, infrastructure, industrial, or renewable energy projects.
• Experience on EPC projects, ideally in Solar PV, BESS, or power generation.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and inspection processes.
• Experience preparing ITPs, method statements, and quality documentation.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 QA principles and audits.
• Experience managing NCRs, corrective actions, and audits.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and material certifications.
• Familiarity with commissioning and handover documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Management Plan throughout the construction phase.
• Coordinate and perform quality inspections across civil, mechanical, and electrical works per ITPs.
• Review drawings, technical specs, submittals and methods for compliance before execution.
• Ensure activities follow approved procedures, specs, and standards.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, reports, and quality registers.
• Manage NCRs, corrective and preventive actions, and close-out timelines.
• Coordinate inspections with clients, consultants, subcontractors and third-party bodies.
• Verify incoming materials and equipment against specifications.
• Monitor subcontractor quality performance and provide guidance on procedures.
• Support FATs, SATs, commissioning and handover activities.
• Ensure accurate as-built documentation and quality dossiers.

Skills

Quality management

Inspection processes

Engineering interpretation

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

Job description

Job description

Metlen Energy and Metals is seeking a QA/QC Engineer to join our M Renewables Division across the United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of large-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, ensuring the highest standards of quality are achieved throughout the construction lifecycle.

Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Site Engineers, and subcontractors, you will be responsible for implementing project quality requirements, overseeing inspection and testing activities, and ensuring all works comply with project specifications, industry standards, and contractual obligations.

Your role will encompass:

• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Management Plan throughout the construction phase.
• Coordinate and perform quality inspections across civil, mechanical, and electrical works in accordance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, material submittals, and method statements to verify compliance prior to execution.
• Ensure construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures, project specifications, and applicable standards.
• Prepare, review, and maintain quality documentation, including inspection reports, test records, material certificates, and quality registers.
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and preventive actions, ensuring timely close-out.
• Coordinate inspections with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and third-party inspection bodies where required.
• Verify incoming materials and equipment to ensure compliance with approved specifications and project requirements.
• Monitor subcontractor quality performance and provide guidance to ensure compliance with quality procedures.
• Support factory acceptance tests (FATs), site acceptance tests (SATs), pre-commissioning, commissioning, and final handover activities.
• Ensure accurate completion of as-built documentation, quality dossiers, and handover records.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with the HSE and Construction teams to promote a culture of quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

Profile description

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years' experience in QA/QC engineering within construction, infrastructure, industrial, or renewable energy projects.
• Experience on EPC projects, particularly within Solar PV, BESS, or power generation projects, is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and inspection processes.
• Experience preparing and implementing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, and quality documentation.
• Good understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and quality assurance principles.
• Experience managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and quality audits.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, material certifications, and applicable standards.
• Familiarity with commissioning processes and project handover documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with electronic document management systems is an advantage.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel across project sites.

Share the Same Value Based Behaviours

• People & Personal Growth
• Results Orientation & Safety Excellence
• Collaboration & Trust
• Empathy & Effective Communication
• Flexibility & Adaptability

We offer

Your Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package
• Private Medical Insurance
• On-site accommodation
• Rental Car
• Food allowance
• Fuel card

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