Quality Engineer

NRL Recruitment; Tadley; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Recruitment is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support a major engineering project based in Reading. The role involves coordinating quality activities across the full lifecycle, from design and procurement through construction and final handover.

The successful candidate will drive ITPs, QP development, supplier audits and continuous improvement while liaising with clients and stakeholders to meet quality standards and expectations on a high-profile project.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in a quality engineer role.
• Experience in Civil Nuclear and Defence environments.
• Experience conducting supplier and internal audits.
• Experience supporting third-party ISO 9001 audits.
• Experience developing quality procedures, ITPs and Project Quality Plans.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities within demanding project timescales.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with construction teams to ensure ITPs are developed and compliant with project requirements.
• Compile and maintain Lifetime Records alongside construction activities.
• Communicate quality and documentation requirements effectively to suppliers.
• Manage supply chain quality, including supplier assessments and audits.
• Manage defects, non-conformances and corrective actions, supporting continuous improvement.
• Produce and maintain quality documentation, including ITPs, Project Quality Plans, procedures and work instructions.
• Oversee quality planning associated with manufacturing and on-site installation activities.
• Conduct internal and external audits and provide support during ISO 9001 audits.
• Coordinate reviews of manufacturing documentation.
• Support and lead the Client Feedback Process where required.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve quality issues and maintain compliance throughout project delivery.

Skills

Quality engineering

Audits

Supplier audits

ISO 9001 audits

Process improvement

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Job description

Quality Engineer

Location: Reading

Contract: 12 Months

Rate: £45.00 per hour (Umbrella)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support the delivery of a major engineering project based in Reading.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional with experience across the Civil Nuclear and Defence sectors. You will be responsible for coordinating quality activities throughout the full project lifecycle, supporting delivery from design and procurement through construction, commissioning and final handover.

Working closely with Quality Leads, construction teams, suppliers and key stakeholders, you will ensure that project activities meet the required quality standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with construction teams to ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are developed, maintained and compliant with project requirements.
• Compile and maintain Lifetime Records alongside construction activities.
• Communicate quality and documentation requirements effectively to suppliers.
• Manage supply chain quality, including supplier assessments, audits and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Manage defects, non-conformances and improvement notices, supporting corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Produce and maintain quality documentation, including ITPs, Project Quality Plans, procedures and work instructions.
• Oversee quality planning associated with manufacturing and on-site installation activities.
• Conduct internal and external audits and provide support during third-party ISO 9001 audits.
• Coordinate reviews of manufacturing documentation.
• Support and lead the Client Feedback Process where required.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve quality issues and maintain compliance throughout project delivery.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you should have:

• A minimum of five years' experience within a Quality Engineer role.
• Previous experience working within Civil Nuclear and Defence environments.
• Experience conducting supplier and internal audits.
• Experience supporting third-party ISO 9001 audits.
• Strong experience developing quality procedures, ITPs and Project Quality Plans.
• Good knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities within demanding project timescales.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.

Desirable

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification.
• CQI Practitioner Membership.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.