Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all activities and products associated with nuclear power generation meet quality and regulatory requirements. This will include planning, monitoring, and reporting on all quality activities throughout the nuclear power generation lifecycle. The Quality Engineer will work closely with various stakeholders, including engineers, project managers, regulatory bodies, and suppliers, to identify and mitigate risks, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality plans, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.

• Perform quality audits and inspections to identify non-conformances, track corrective and preventive actions, and ensure timely resolution of issues.

• Ensure that all documentation, including design and test documentation, meets the required quality standards.

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure they meet the required quality standards and provide quality assurance support during the procurement process.

• Provide guidance and support to project teams to ensure quality requirements are met and that risks are identified and mitigated.

• Monitor and report on quality metrics, highlighting areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as required.

• Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

• Provide training and support to staff to ensure awareness and understanding of quality requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in engineering or a related field

• At least 5 years of experience in a quality engineering role in the nuclear industry

• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and standards, such as ISO 9001 and ASME NQA-1

• Knowledge of nuclear industry regulations and standards, such as ONR, IAEA, and WANO

• Experience in conducting quality audits and inspections and developing quality plans and procedures

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions

Working Conditions:

The Quality Engineer will work in an office and on-site environment, with occasional travel required to other sites or supplier facilities. The role may require working outside of normal business hours to meet project deadlines or respond to urgent quality issues.

Salary:

The salary for a Quality Engineer in the UK nuclear industry can vary depending on experience, qualifications, and the specific employer. However, the average salary range is typically between £40,000 and £60,000 per year.

The typical day of a Quality Engineer in the UK nuclear industry can vary depending on the specific employer and project. However, some of the common activities that a Quality Engineer may perform on a typical day include:

1. Reviewing quality documentation: Quality Engineers are responsible for reviewing and approving quality documentation, such as procedures, work instructions, and test plans, to ensure that they meet regulatory and quality requirements.

2. Conducting quality inspections: Quality Engineers may conduct quality inspections of equipment, components, or systems to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

3. Conducting audits: Quality Engineers may conduct audits of suppliers, subcontractors, or internal processes to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

4. Liaising with stakeholders: Quality Engineers may liaise with stakeholders, such as project managers, design engineers, and regulators, to ensure that quality requirements are understood and implemented.

5. Developing quality plans: Quality Engineers may develop quality plans for projects, which outline the quality objectives, processes, and responsibilities.

6. Participating in meetings: Quality Engineers may participate in project meetings, quality reviews, and other forums to provide input and ensure that quality requirements are being met.

7. Monitoring quality metrics: Quality Engineers may monitor and analyze quality metrics, such as non-conformance rates, to identify trends and areas for improvement.

8. Maintaining documentation: Quality Engineers are responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, such as quality records and reports.

These are some of the common activities that a Quality Engineer in the UK nuclear industry may perform on a typical day, although the specific activities may vary depending on the employer and project.