Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Job description

Role Title: Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Role Type: Full-Time, Contract - 12 months

Start date: ASAP

Locations: Whitehaven

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Salary: Inside IR35

Due to the nature of the project, candidates must hold current and active clearance at the time of application. - If you do no hold clearance, but are Nuclear based, please still reach out.

Role Overview

• Develop, review and approve Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), ensuring appropriate verification activities are carried out in line with project requirements.
• Work closely with Quality Control and ICG teams to confirm process compliance and ensure documentation such as ITPs and welding procedures meet required standards.
• Monitor and uphold project quality standards across the TDA Project, raising formal documentation where deviations are identified.
• Maintain and update the Integrated Management System (IMS) as necessary to ensure continued compliance.
• Track package progress and status, escalating issues where required and liaising with both project teams and client QA/QC representatives.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, managing corrective actions to drive continual improvement and reduce non-conformances.
• Advise procurement teams on supplier capability and quality performance to inform vendor selection decisions.
• Lead or facilitate Quality Grade Risk Assessment meetings where required.

Required Experience

• Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance principles, including ISO 9001:2015 and contractor-specific quality requirements (e.g. SLM 4.06.02).
• Sound understanding of mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering disciplines within a project environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualified Internal Auditor.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification.
• Degree (minimum 2:2) in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. CQI Level 5 Diploma).
• Membership of a recognised professional body such as CQI (or actively working towards it).
• Demonstrable, extensive experience in a Quality Assurance role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Whitehaven

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English