Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer (QA/QC) – Nuclear Defence Project 12-Month Minimum Contract | Hybrid Working | Live SC Clearance Required Hours: Minimum 8 hours per day We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Engineer (QA/QC) to support a high-profile Nuclear Defence programme. This role requires a strong background in regulated environments, with a clear understanding of nuclear quality standards, compliance, and documentation control. This is a minimum 12-month contract opportunity operating under a hybrid working arrangement. Active SC Clearance is essential. Role Overview You will provide comprehensive QA/QC support across the full project lifecycle — from initial kick-off through to final completion and release. The role will ensure all quality activities are delivered in strict accordance with nuclear industry regulations, defence standards, and QC1 requirements. Key Responsibilities * Review, assess and formally accept procedures and documentation in line with QC1 and nuclear regulatory requirements * Conduct QC inspections in accordance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) * Perform surveillance activities across manufacturing, fabrication, installation, and testing phases * Ongoing review and final acceptance of Lifetime Records (LTRs) ensuring full traceability and compliance * Conduct and sign off Final Release Inspections (FRI) * Witness functional, pressure, NDT and other relevant testing activities * Support configuration control and document management processes * Attend and contribute to project, quality, and technical review meetings * Ensure adherence to nuclear safety culture, quality governance, and defence compliance standards Essential Experience & Skills * Demonstrable experience within nuclear, defence, or highly regulated engineering environments * Strong knowledge of nuclear quality standards, traceability, and documentation requirements * Experience working under structured Quality Management Systems (e.g. ISO 9001, ASME, defence standards) * Proven ability to review technical documentation and verify compliance * Strong understanding of ITPs, LTR compilation, and final certification processes * Excellent stakeholder communication and reporting skills * Live SC Clearance (mandatory) Contract Details * Minimum 12-month engagement * 8-hour working day (minimum) * Hybrid working model * High-profile nuclear defence programme This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering quality assurance within a nationally significant nuclear defence project. If you have the required clearance and experience in regulated environments, please apply and one of our team will be in touch