Senior Quality Engineer

Assystem; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Quality Management Lead to support projects in the nuclear sector. This role involves ensuring quality standards across project lifecycles, developing Project Quality Control Plans, and leading audits. Candidates should have strong project delivery and quality management backgrounds, ideally within nuclear projects, and a solid understanding of QA/QC practices. The position offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave

Professional fees reimbursed

Flexible working

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Strong background in project delivery and quality management, ideally in nuclear or large complex projects.
• Solid knowledge of QA/QC practices and quality systems.
• Ability to lead and influence multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure deployment of project quality arrangements across engineering and construction phases.
• Develop and manage Project Quality Control Plans for key contracts.
• Lead audits to ensure supplier compliance.

Skills

Project delivery and quality management

QA/QC practices

Team leadership

Collaboration with supply chains

Job description

About Assystem

Join Assystem, a global leader in engineering and project management, driving the energy transition worldwide. With over 7,750 Switchers, we blend our extensive engineering heritage with cutting‑edge digital technologies to support vital infrastructure projects. Our mission is to accelerate the clean energy transition, and we’re seeking passionate professionals to be part of this journey.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

As one of the top three nuclear engineering companies globally, Assystem offers unparalleled opportunities to work on some of the most significant nuclear projects in the world. Join our community and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of clean energy, while benefiting from a dynamic, collaborative work environment.

Job Description

We are looking for a Quality Management Lead to join the Assystem team, to support one of our projects in the nuclear sector. You will be responsible for ensuring quality standards are applied consistently across the project lifecycle whilst working closely with supply chains, contractors, and project teams to deliver quality right first time.

• Ensure deployment of project quality arrangements across engineering and construction phases
• Develop and manage Project Quality Control Plans (PQCPs) for key contracts and projects
• Lead audits, inspections, and surveillance to ensure supplier compliance with requirements
• Support review and approval of contractor Quality Assurance Plans (CQAPs)
• Manage and resolve non-conformances, facilitating corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure the delivery and progressive provision of Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs)
• Oversee quality documentation, certification, and handover processes to construction teams
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, regulators, and inspection agencies to maintain standards

Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Strong background in project delivery and quality management, ideally in nuclear or large complex projects.
• Solid knowledge of QA/QC practices, quality systems, and standards.
• Experience working with project teams and supply chains, offering practical solutions and collaboration.
• Ability to lead and influence multi-disciplinary teams
• Proven record of managing quality plans and inspection activities

Desired Skills

• Experience in nuclear or another highly regulated sector
• Familiarity with ONR Licence Conditions (LC6, LC17)
• Chartered Quality status or CQI membership
• Lead Auditor (IRCA) or equivalent qualification
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or 8D problem‑solving

Additional Information

Join Assystem and be part of the energy transition, working on one of the most significant nuclear projects in the world. You’ll gain valuable experience, collaborate with international teams, and play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy engineering.

Benefits include:

• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed
• Flexible working
• Employee referral scheme

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.