Quality Engineer - Hinkley Point

Ledwood Mechanical Engineering Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodge allowance

Onsite role

Job summary

Ledwood are recruiting an experienced Quality Engineer to join the nuclear construction team at Hinkley Point C, onsite in Bridgwater. You will provide QA/QC oversight across 12,750Te of equipment and ensure compliance with ONR and IAEA standards supporting the Arabelle turbine integration.

The role reports to the Site QA Manager and involves 10 hours per day on a 10 on/4 off rotation through to 2029, with lodge allowance for distance from site and a competitive pay package.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quality Engineer in a nuclear setting with ONC/BTEC/C&G qualifications.
• Recognised apprenticeship in a relevant discipline and a welding inspection certificate.
• Membership of Chartered Quality Institute or equivalent and safety passport.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and quality management software.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, surveillance and verification across the project scope per nuclear codes.
• Develop QA/QC programs for nuclear construction activities and train staff on QMS.
• Review ITPs, weld docs, quality records, and supplier certifications for compliance.
• Conduct root cause analyses and manage NCRs and corrective actions.
• Liaise with client and NNB quality teams during audits and hold points.
• Ensure documentation traceability and monitor QMS effectiveness across lifecycle.
• Promote continuous quality and nuclear safety culture on site.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Nuclear Safety

Inspection

Audit & Compliance

Root Cause Analysis

Communication

Training & Mentoring

Team Collaboration

Education

ONC / BTEC / C&G

TWI/CSWIP/PCN Weld Inspector

Chartered Quality Institute member

CCNSG/ HS&E MAPS

Recognised Apprenticeship

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Ledwood are looking to recruit an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team at Hinkley Point C .

Where our contract is for the Mechanical Equipment Erection Works within the turbine buildings. Each building consists of 38 packages of equipment ranging from small 2Te pumps to a 2,440Te condenser. Overall, Ledwood will be installing 12,750Te of equipment as part of Arabelle’s work supplying two conventional power islands for Hinkley Point C, which include the Arabelle steam turbine. The Arabelle turbines at Hinkley Point C will be the largest ever built, longer than an Airbus 380 and capable of producing 1,770 MW each.

The Role

Provide quality assurance and control oversight for the new build of the nuclear construction project, ensuring compliance, traceability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Your new position will involve:

• Perform inspections, surveillance, and verification activities across the assigned work scope in compliance with company, client and nuclear codes and standards.
• Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control programs specific to nuclear construction activities
• Communicate and train project personnel on QMS requirements including Nuclear Safety Culture.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies such as ONR (Office for Nuclear Regulation) and IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency)
• Review and approve Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), quality records, weld documentation, and supplier certifications
• Conduct root cause analyses and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective Actions
• Liaise with the client & NNB quality teams during audits, witness points, and hold points
• Ensure documentation traceability for lifetime quality records in compliance with NNB (Nuclear New Build) standards
• Interface with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to monitor and verify quality processes ensuring they are fit for purpose.
• Monitor and measure the efficiency of the QMS and ensuring its improvement through the project lifecycle.
• Collect, Analise and Report quality data to provide insights to support decision making process.
• Promote continuous improvement in quality culture and nuclear safety culture principles across the site

What We're Looking For:

• Ability to communicate effectively within a team
• Take responsibility and accountability for your own actions & work
• Demonstrates commitment to always working safely
• Flexibility to comply with company and client requirements
• Adaptable in utilising skills outside of core discipline
• Ability to work with other team members / disciplines and in a multi - cultural environment
• Desire for self-development; to learn and develop within the role and develop otherswhen required.
• Use of initiative/ be proactive to problem solve or work without direct supervision.
• Behave in an honest, fair and ethical manner.
• Strong organisational, planning and time management skills.

Qualifications & Experience Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Quality Engineer in nuclear settingwith qualifications required in the following:
  • Recognised Apprenticeship in relevant discipline - Required
  • Recognised Engineering Qualification (ONC / BTEC / C&G) - Required
  • Recognised Welding Inspection/Engineer Certificate Issued by TWI/CSWIP/PCN - Required
  • Member/Associate member of chartered quality institute - Required
  • CCNSG safety passport OR HS&E MAPS - Required
• Be proficient in Microsoft applications

Summary

Project Specifics

The position will be based onsite. This role will report into the Site QA Manager, overseen by the Companies QA Manager.

Working Hours: 10 hours per day on a 10 day on 4 day off rotation (Working hours may change to suit the needs of the project)

Duration: ASAP for through until approx. 2029

Rate of Pay: PAYE Weekly Pay £32.55 basic plus £4.88 bonus. Overtime 1.4 / 1.8 rates apply. Plus Lodge allowance £53.39 per night if you live more than 40 miles from site.
Must be eligible to work in the U.K and subject to acceptance/ approval of the BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) Application and DBS Security Clearance (Disclosure & Barring Service Check).

At Ledwood, we are committed to creating development opportunities for our employees and supporting career progression from within. As a result, some or all of the positions advertised may be filled by existing employees who have expressed an interest and demonstrated the skills, experience, and behaviours required for the role. While this may mean that not all positions are available to external applicants, we warmly welcome your application and appreciate your interest in joining the Ledwood team.