Location: Ipswich (with site visits to Suffolk as required)
Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Engineer to support the successful delivery of the Transverse Manufacturing scope on the Sizewell C Project. CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling. This role sits within the CWA Quality function and plays a key part in assuring that civil construction activities are planned, executed and verified in full compliance with Sizewell C requirements, regulatory expectations and relevant legislation.
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery and implementation of quality plans, procedures, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and templates in line with project and regulatory requirements
Assist with the deployment and governance of the project Quality Management System across delivery teams and supply chain partners
Carry out internal audits, supporting audit planning and reporting and close‑out of corrective actions
Undertake site inspections and surveillance to verify works comply with specifications, drawings, method statements and ITPs
Review and maintain inspection records, material traceability and quality documentation in line with project requirements
Support non‑conformance management, including investigation, corrective actions and verification of close‑out
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, quality performance reporting and trend analysis
Support readiness reviews, handover activities and external audits including ISO 9001 and regulatory assurance
What Skills and Experience We Are Looking For
Degree qualified in Engineering or Science, or equivalent industry experience
Experience working on construction or major infrastructure projects
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and quality assurance processes
ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor certification (or working towards)
Strong attention to detail with a structured, process‑driven approach
Confident communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships
Proactive, pragmatic and solutions‑focused, with the ability to manage priorities independently
Experience within highly regulated environments is advantageous
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