Quality Engineer

Rullion; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion is recruiting a Quality Engineer (Civils) for the Sizewell C team in Leiston, Suffolk. You will support QA/QC activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring contractors and suppliers meet required quality standards and project requirements.

You will review contractor quality plans, participate in audits and inspections, manage non-conformances, and support supplier quality governance while working with multiple stakeholders to deliver right-first-time results.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of QA/QC principles and their practical application.
• Experience in construction, nuclear, engineering or safety-critical environments.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and audits.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Support QA/QC activities across civil construction works.
• Review and monitor contractor quality plans and project documentation.
• Coordinate and participate in audits, inspections, surveillance, and testing activities.
• Support the management of non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Assist with supplier quality assurance and governance activities.
• Review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and quality records.
• Work closely with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure work is delivered right first time.

Skills

QA/QC principles

Construction experience

ISO 9001 knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

HNC/HND

IRCA Auditor qualification

Tools

NDT/NDE knowledge

Quality audits

Job description

Quality Engineer

Contract Type: 5 days on-site

Duration: Ongoing

Location: Leiston, Suffolk

Pay Rate: £300 PAYE OR £420 UMB (p/d)

Background Checks: Screening and BPSS

Hours: 40 hours

Job Overview:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer (Civils) to join the Sizewell C team, one of the UK's largest and most significant infrastructure projects. You will support the delivery of quality assurance and quality control activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring contractors and suppliers meet all required quality standards and project requirements.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support QA/QC activities across civil construction works.
• Review and monitor contractor quality plans and project documentation.
• Coordinate and participate in audits, inspections, surveillance, and testing activities.
• Support the management of non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Assist with supplier quality assurance and governance activities.
• Review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and quality records.
• Work closely with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure work is delivered right first time.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles.
• Experience working within construction, nuclear, engineering, or other safety-critical industries.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to identify issues, drive improvements, and promote quality best practices.

Experience/Qualifications Required:

• HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a Quality Assurance/Quality Control environment.
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing quality-related issues.
• Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders in complex project environments.
• Nuclear sector experience desirable but not essential.
• IRCA Auditor qualification and knowledge of NDT/NDE, Welding, or Lean Six Sigma are advantageous.

Company information: This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.