Senior Quality Engineer – Nuclear HPC Program

ALTEN Group; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Job summary

ALTEN Group is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to drive QA/QC across a major HPC programme in the energy sector. You will deploy QA/QC arrangements, support manufacturing surveillance, and manage NCRs with a focus on compliant, high‑performing outcomes.

Located on-site in Bridgwater, Somerset, the role offers a progression path toward Quality Manager/Lead, with exposure to cross‑disciplinary teams and nuclear safety standards. English communications are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (IRCA or equivalent).
• NEC3 accreditation (Supervisor or PM training).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy QA/QC arrangements across HPC organisation.
• Implement PQCPs, CQAPs and governance.
• Develop PQCP and CQAP aligned with project and regulatory requirements.
• Support manufacturing surveillance and inspections for nuclear safety.
• Manage NCRs and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Produce quality reporting and metrics for programme visibility.

Skills

Nuclear project delivery

Quality Assurance

HPC programs

Nuclear QA governance

Stakeholder liaison

Data analysis

Native English

Education

Bachelors or MSc in ME/EE

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

NEC3 accreditation

Job description

ALTEN Group is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to drive QA/QC across a major HPC programme in the energy sector. You will deploy QA/QC arrangements, support manufacturing surveillance, and manage NCRs with a focus on compliant, high‑performing outcomes.

Located on-site in Bridgwater, Somerset, the role offers a progression path toward Quality Manager/Lead, with exposure to cross‑disciplinary teams and nuclear safety standards. English communications are essential.