Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Quality and Nuclear Safety team here at Framatome UK!

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We are currently seeking a Quality Engineer here to join our team in Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater to support the quality process to ensure the high level of quality standards are maintained and in accordance with the relevant requirements

What will you be doing?

• Ensure compliance to the Quality Management Systems, policies and procedures to assure continuing compliance to ISO 9001 standards
• Liaise with internal and external customers on Quality concerns.
• Coordinate monthly review and reporting of progress against the annual quality improvement plans
• Ensure compliance to the Contract Quality Assurance Plan/General Quality Assurance Specifications/Supplier Quality Plan/Project Quality Management Plan
• Undertake project work in support of quality department, on topics such as: problem solving, investigation reporting, audit and governance programmes etc.
• Prepare/review/approve/maintain project quality documentation such as: Quality Plan/Manual, Technical Procedure writing (NDT, Dimensional, Cleanliness), ITP, process procedures and instruction writing
• Raising internal/external NCRs, formal Technical queries (RFIs) and Field Change Requests where ever required
• Development, support, and maintenance of the project quality deliverables in line with project schedules. (These include LTQR / QRC / Review and update of records following client comments)
• Act as in-house council to provide guidance and solutions to internal functions on Quality matters
• Ensure compliance to customer and product specifications through rigorous inspections – regular Client liaison
• Monitor and internally audit Goods in, welding, calibrated equipment & inspection activities.
• Monitor sub-contractor quality activities on-site.
• Approving incoming materials by confirming specifications; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials and reviewing material certification and ensuring vigilance to CFSI requirements / Goods in/Out Procedure
• Approving in-process production by confirming specifications; ensuring correct documentation is distributed and communicating required adjustments to production supervisor.
• Approving finished products by confirming specifications; occasionally conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for rework; confirming rework.
• Reviewing inspection records tracking; summarizing rework and waste & interdepartmental co-ordination.
• Review and compile all Life Time Quality Records required per product.
• Maintaining a safety conscious work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Accomplishing quality and organising jobs by completing related results as needed
• Managing non-conformities and help to address them, managing corrective and preventative actions and organising their implementation.
• Exchanging with the internal/client quality inspector
• Compilation of final manufacturing records and LTQRs
• Assist the workshop/Onsite implementation of Lean and 6Sigma activities

What are we looking for?

Qualifications:

Recognised Engineering qualification (ONC, BTEC, C&G, HNC/HND or higher) with multi-discipline NDT training and Visual Weld Inspection certification

ISO 9001:2015 Internal and Lead Auditor qualified, with CCCNSG/HS&E MAPS certification

Desirable qualifications include Responsible Welding Coordinator, NVQ Level 3 Leadership & Management, Lean or Six Sigma accreditation, and HPC Site Induction

Technical Skills:

Experienced QA professional with knowledge of nuclear systems, welding, fabrication and installation activities

Strong understanding of quality management tools and standards including Six Sigma, Lean, EFQM, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

Demonstrable experience in QA engineering, process improvement, auditing, investigations and problem solving, alongside project and contract management knowledge (FIDIC/NEC3)

Proficient in MS Office and experienced in managing multiple projects within highly regulated, multinational environments

Behavioural Skills:

A questioning and logical thinker with a strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Effective leader and team player who can work independently, communicate and influence confidently

Take ownership of issues through to resolution

Results-focused, organised and reliable, with a proactive, can-do attitude

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Work pattern: On-site

Benefits we offer:

25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays

8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Our benefits package also includes Individual and family private health care, Dental insurance – individual cover, Cashplan – Level 2 cover - individual and family cover, Life assurance (4x salary), Income Protection, Professional Body Membership, Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice), Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice) and Generous family leave.

At Framatome we are a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world’s nuclear fleet. With 22,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.

Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we’re driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is now over 500 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we’re aiming continuing our growth journey.

Now’s your chance to join a company that’s shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

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