Senior Quality Engineer

ASSYSTEM; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bridgwater is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to drive quality excellence in nuclear projects. You will ensure compliance with quality requirements, lead audits, and prepare comprehensive reports. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in quality management, knowledge of ISO standards, and certifications. This role offers a hybrid working model alongside a comprehensive benefits package including a pension plan, healthcare, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid Working - Flexibility to work from home

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

8% Company Pension Contributions

Healthcare Cash Plan

Competitive Sick Pay

Free Digital Gym Access

24/7 Employee Support Line

Paid Professional Membership Fees

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated sectors with expertise in quality management.
• Strong understanding of quality tools (e.g., SPC, Histograms).
• Experience in the Nuclear sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality excellence across client projects ensuring adherence to quality requirements.
• Manage Manufacturing Inspection & Test Plans.
• Lead quality surveillance activities at client sites.

Skills

Quality management expertise

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Process mapping

Understanding of quality tools

Education

CSWIP 3.1 Senior Welding Inspector certification

Engineering HNC/Diploma or apprenticeship

CSWIP 3.2 Senior Welding Inspector certification

Tools

SPC

Job description

Company Description

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Our 7,500 Switchers combine historical engineering expertise with digital technologies to lead this change. Join us in revolutionizing the energy sector and making a global impact.

Why Join the Community of Switchers? Be part of one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally. At Assystem, you'll contribute to groundbreaking projects and join a community committed to innovation and excellence in engineering.

Job Description

The Job Mission

As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will drive quality excellence across client projects, ensuring adherence to rigorous quality requirements in the nuclear sector. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Ensuring client and supply-chain compliance with quality requirements through robust oversight and auditing.
• Managing Manufacturing Inspection & Test Plans and Life-Time Quality Records.
• Leading quality surveillance activities at client and subcontractor sites across the UK and internationally.
• Facilitating non-conformance resolution and conducting root cause analyses.
• Supporting risk and opportunity reviews while embedding lessons learned.
• Leading supplier and internal audits to maintain quality benchmarks.
• Analyzing quality data to inform project management decisions effectively.
• Preparing comprehensive quality reports for stakeholders.

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in regulated sectors with expertise in quality management.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, plus ideally GS-R-3, and relevant standards.
• CSWIP 3.1 Senior Welding Inspector certification
• Process mapping experience.
• Strong understanding of quality tools (e.g., SPC, Histograms).

Desired Skills

• Experience in the Nuclear sector
• Practitioner Grade CQI membership or equivalent
• IRCA Registered Lead Auditor qualification.
• CSWIP 3.2 Senior Welding Inspector certification.
• Engineering HNC/Diploma or apprenticeship in an engineering discipline.
• NDT qualifications (e.g., Level II/III in Radiography, Ultrasonics).
• Multilingual abilities, preferably French.

Additional Information

Why join the Switchers community?

Assystem has over 55 years of experience in nuclear engineering. We are among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.

Ongoing training throughout your career. Numerous career opportunities: 70% of our managers come from internal promotions!

Your Benefits Package

• Hybrid Working - Flexibility to work from home up to 1-3 days per week
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• 🔄 Buy & Sell Holiday - Make your time off work for you
• 8% Company Pension Contributions
• 🛡 Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
• Competitive Sick Pay - Support when you need it
• Healthcare Cash Plan - Claim back on dental, optical & more
• 💪 Free Digital Gym Access - Expert-led fitness classes
• Exclusive Discounts - Restaurants, days out & top brands
• 24/7 Employee Support Line - Mental health, financial & legal help
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money & go green
• 💉 Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
• 🧾 Paid Professional Membership Fees
• Volunteer Days - Make a difference on company time

Join us to shape the future of energy engineering with a global leader in nuclear projects. Apply now and become a part of our innovative team!

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.