Quality Engineer (Civils) in Leiston

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Sizewell C (SZC) will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes, playing a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years.

The purpose of the Quality Engineer (QE) is to support and ensure Sizewell C (SZC) Project quality requirements are complied with across the full project life cycle (Contract award, Design, Procurement, Manufacture, Test, Shipping, Construction/Installation, Test/Commission and Contract close out).

You’ll be responsible for:

• Planning and documentation
• Supporting the development of quality (QA/QC) arrangements for deployment across the SZC organisation.
• Supporting the preparation and maintenance of Project Quality Control Plans (PQCPs) for each contract/project.
• Producing and maintaining quality-related documentation (e.g. procedures, specifications) as required.
• Supporting the implementation of the Quality execution plan within the programme, including monitoring compliance and reporting on performance.
• Supporting the development and review of supplier quality requirements within invitation to tender (ITT) documentation.
• Assisting in ensuring that quality management processes are correctly applied across the supply chain.
• Supply chain assurance and governance
• Support the review, acceptance, and monitoring of Contractor Quality Assurance Plans (CQAPs).
• Provide support and guidance to contractors on CQAPs, LTQR partitioning strategies, and Quality Related Activities.
• Assist in identifying requirements for supply chain audits, support audit delivery, and track resolution of findings.
• Support the development and maintenance of effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including contracted inspection entities.
• Assist in the early identification and escalation of potential quality issues to enable timely mitigation.
• Inspection, surveillance, and testing
• Assist in coordinating construction surveillance activities in line with contractual requirements, applying a graded approach based on nuclear safety, lessons learnt from HPC and project importance.
• Support the review of supplier inspection and test plans (ITPs) to ensure they are fit for purpose and appropriately distributed for internal review and witness allocation.
• Participate in joint inspections, surveillance, and audits as required.
• LTQR and records management
• Assist in ensuring the deployment of key contractual quality requirements (e.g. GQAS, LTQR Specification, Quality Release Certificates) in accordance with the PQCP.
• Support the coordination and implementation of LTQR reviews.
• Assist in applying and tracking strategies for progressive provision of LTQRs by contractors.
• Review, acceptance and close-out
• Coordinate and support the review and acceptance of construction documentation provided by contractors.
• Support the monitoring and resolution of non-conformances, including tracking corrective actions.
• Assist in the review and acceptance of end of construction status reports (ECSR), and end of erection status reports (EESR).

You’ll need to have:

• An HNC/HND qualification or degree in a relevant science or engineering subject, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience of implementing a variety of quality related solutions.
• Proven track record of delivering results.
• Proven experience working in a quality assurance/control environment within the nuclear industry or other relevant safety critical industry.
• Proven experience of interaction and resolving issues with a wide range of stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment.
• Experience performing supplier audits.

Our values:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.