Senior Quality Engineer

NRL; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the nuclear sector is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Assurance Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Glasgow. This pivotal role involves supporting the Quality Manager, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and fostering continuous improvement across major projects. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in quality assurance within the nuclear sector and a degree in Science or Engineering. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities to contribute to safety-critical projects.

Benefits

Opportunity to contribute to complex engineering projects

Diverse and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a Quality Assurance role within the nuclear sector.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations using industry‑recognised causal analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in the review and implementation of project Quality Plans.
• Provide coaching, advice and hands-on support to project teams on quality activities.
• Lead and deliver independent assurance activities, reporting on compliance.

Skills

Quality Assurance expertise

ISO 9001 knowledge

Causal analysis techniques

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

12-Month Contract | Glasgow (Hybrid)

Nuclear Environment

We are supporting a leading organisation within a highly regulated, high-hazard industry as they seek an experienced Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to join their Delivery Business Unit on a 12-month contract. This role is pivotal in ensuring an effective assurance programme is delivered across major projects and operations.

The successful candidate will act as a key support to the Quality Manager, deputising where required, and providing expert guidance on quality systems, standards, and compliance across the business and supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in the review and implementation of project Quality Plans.
• Provide coaching, advice and hands‑on support to project teams on quality activities.
• Guide the organisation in planning to meet industry and project‑specific quality standards.
• Lead and deliver independent assurance activities, reporting on compliance and recommending corrective or preventative actions.
• Review performance against quality plans and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify risks and opportunities across processes, products and services.
• Contribute to organisational risk and opportunity processes at business, department and project level.
• Assess and improve supplier quality performance, collaborating to deliver sustainable supply chain assurance.
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation (e.g., QCPs, weld procedures, NDE procedures) in line with project needs and customer expectations.
• Apply quantitative and qualitative measurement techniques to assess achievement of quality goals.
• Support preparation and analysis of quality performance data, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
• Review tender, enquiry and contract documents to ensure customer quality requirements are fully captured.
• Demonstrate strong leadership behaviours, promoting safety, wellbeing, inclusion and high performance.
• Manage and develop team members, ensuring effective communication and resource planning.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Science or Engineering (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong experience in a Quality Assurance role within the nuclear sector.
• Solid understanding and application of ISO 9001 (and ISO 17025 where relevant).
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations using industry‑recognised causal analysis tools.

Desirable

• Chartered Member of the Quality Institute and active CPD.
• Approved Auditor qualification or demonstrable auditing experience.
• Experience within the nuclear sector or similar regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of sector‑specific customer quality requirements.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working based in Glasgow.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Opportunity to contribute to complex, safety‑critical engineering projects.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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.

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