Quality Engineer Graduate

KBR, Inc.; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Rewarding benefits package

Sponsorship for professional qualifications

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Leatherhead is seeking a Graduate Quality Engineer to join their quality department. This role offers the opportunity to engage in vital quality assurance activities while supporting projects. Applicants should possess a minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant field, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and be eager to contribute to quality improvement initiatives. The firm provides a supportive environment emphasizing professional development, competitive salary, and an exciting career path.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach.
• Interest in Quality systems and standards like ISO9001.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of the Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Coordinate Quality Assurance activities.
• Participate in process reviews and project audits.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team spirit

Organizational skills

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Scientific, or Technical discipline (2:1 or equivalent)

Relevant master’s degree in quality management (desirable)

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Quality Engineer Graduate

Are you a self‑motivated Graduate who wants real responsibility in an engaging and supportive organisation? Can you picture yourself at a company committed to having a positive environmental and social impact, with a real focus on sustainability? Then KBR are looking for you!

About The Role

The Defence & Nuclear Technology Solutions (UK) division, a KBR Mission Technology Solutions Business Unit, is looking for a Graduate Quality Engineer to join the quality department with the opportunity to gain firsthand experience by supporting the projects with quality assurance and control activities. Applicants should have a genuine interest in Quality Assurance, and desire to build a career in the discipline. As a Graduate Engineer Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the organisation's commitment to quality and compliance. Reporting directly to the Head of Quality & Innovation, you will be responsible for maintenance and ongoing management of the Integrated Management System (IMS), participate in process reviews, coordinate Quality Assurance activities, support project audits, and contribute to our broader digital transformation initiatives. The role will require a good understanding of modern digital tools, processes and behaviours required to support our capability improvement and to improve and implement processes that add value to our customers. The role will support the implementation of the Quality transformation initiative and requires a proactive approach and a willingness to learn and develop new skills to effectively help deliver improvements.

What’s it like being a Graduate at KBR?

Our vibrant Early Careers community will welcome you and invite you to learning events, socials, site trips and more! You can meet colleagues from around the business through KBR’s employee groups that champion inclusion, diversity, equality and wellbeing. Support initiatives that give back to our local community, like KBR’s OneOcean group which delivers fun and educational sessions to schools on reducing plastics in our oceans. We also held our first OneOcean UK Beach Clean in 2023!

Who We’re Looking For

• A minimum 2:1 bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering, Scientific, or Technical discipline
• A relevant master’s degree is advantageous but not essential (i.e. master’s in quality management, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills – You enjoy digging into data and finding smart solutions.
• A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to your work.
• An interest in Quality systems and standards like ISO9001, and a drive to uphold high assurance processes.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal – to engage confidently across teams.
• Team spirit – You work effectively within project teams and across disciplines.
• Top‑nothong organisation and prioritisation skills – You manage your time and tasks with ease.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools – especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Bonus skills (desirable but not essential): Experience with data analytics tools like Power BI.

In return, we can offer you a competitive starting salary, rewarding benefits package, sponsorship for professional qualifications and most importantly, an exciting and varied career with KBR.

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the projects we work on, restrictions relating to UK residency and nationality will apply. This includes having a minimum of five years’ continuous residency in the UK and holding sole British nationality.