Quality Control Engineer

The Company:

Since 2018, CERAP UK has supported the UKs Nuclear renaissance by providing its expertise in the following fields:

• Project Management
• Design and Engineering
• Qualification Test

Now CERAP UK are looking for a Quality Management Lead to join our ever-expanding team with our client in London. If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity to work on the first generation of Nuclear Power Plants in the UK, then this role is perfect for you!

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Income protection
• Life insurance
• Pension scheme
• Eye Care

Description:

As the Quality Management Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring excellence across our delivery programmes. You'll oversee quality assurance and control activities, ensuring that projects and suppliers meet the rigorous quality requirements defined by our programmes.

This is a challenging yet deeply rewarding role where collaboration is key. You'll work hand-in-hand with Project Managers (PMs), Quality Delivery Managers (QDMs), project teams, contracted inspection agencies, supply chain partners, and both internal and external regulators.

Your leadership will directly impact the success of our projects by ensuring that every step adheres to the highest quality standards. If you're driven by precision, collaboration, and the chance to make a tangible difference, this role is your opportunity to shine!

You’ll ensure supply-chain adherence to the contracted quality assurance and quality control requirements, as well as supporting the Quality Director and Quality Delivery Managers with achieving adherence with the Integrated Management System arrangements.

You’ll help to:

• Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control arrangements across the business.
• Lead the review, acceptance, and monitoring of Contractors Quality Assurance Plans (CQAP).
• Produce Project Quality Control Plans (PQCP) and ensure compliance with key quality contractual arrangements.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including contracted inspection entities.
• Perform audits, surveillance, and joint inspections to maintain quality standards.
• Lead the resolution of non-conformances and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and deliver end-of-manufacturing records for equipment release.

Requirements:

We're looking for someone with hands-on experience, ideally in a similar regulated industry, who knows how to prioritise quality every step of the way.

Here’s what will set you apart:

A deep understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning.

Expertise in Quality Systems, ISO standards, and—bonus points—familiarity with nuclear sector regulations.

Exceptional communication skills that help you build strong, effective relationships.

A proven track record of leadership, with the ability to influence, challenge constructively, and inspire those around you.

Experience managing suppliers and conducting thorough supplier audits.

Nuclear sector experience is an advantage.