969 Quality Assurance Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

Quality Assurance Engineer

Location: Leicester (Large New Build Project)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role

A leading M&E Engineering company, part of a large construction group , is looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team on a major new build project based near Leicester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and technical excellence across all project activities.

As the Quality Assurance Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality systems, conducting inspections and audits, and supporting our project delivery teams in achieving outstanding performance across all MEP installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the project team in implementing and maintaining project-specific Quality Management Plans.

• Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks, and internal audits to ensure compliance with the companies and client standards.

• Review and approve inspection and test plans (ITPs), material approvals, and quality documentation.

• Identify, record, and track non-conformances, ensuring timely corrective and preventive actions.

• Collaborate closely with design, engineering, and construction teams to resolve quality-related issues.

• Provide quality-focused input during installation, testing, and commissioning phases.

• Assist in preparing handover documentation and quality dossiers for client acceptance.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence across the project team.

About You

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with:

• Proven experience in quality assurance/control within the building services or MEP sector.

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in large-scale construction projects.

• Excellent knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards.

• Strong communication and reporting skills.

• Relevant engineering or construction qualifications (HNC/HND or degree-level preferred).

• CSCS card and relevant safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH/NEBOSH) desirable.

Quality Assurance Engineer  

We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to provide technical and operational support to a business based in Ledbury.

Quality Assurance Engineer Benefits

• Progression opportunities
• Competitive salary £38,000 - £45,000
• 25 days annual leave bank holidays
• Employee pension contribution

Quality Assurance Engineer Shifts:

• Monday –Friday 08:30 – 16:30

Quality Assurance Engineer Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the integrity an effectiveness of the site’s QMS
• Maintenance of A management system
• Ensuring the site are adhering to the quality standards
• Conduct RCA and corrective and preventative actions CAPA against QMS delinquencies
• Review and approve quality documentation
• Configuration control of products and documentation

Quality Assurance Engineer Required Experience:

• 2 years experience working in a QMS role
• Auditor qualification would be beneficial (ISO9001 AS9100)
• Competent in using SAP, innovator, ETQ & QMS/ERP Systems
• Strong problem solving and experience with tools such as 5Y, RCCA & CAPA
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work with cross functional team

If you like the look of this Quality Assurance Engineer role, then click and apply or if you would like further information, please contact Katie Maisey at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury. (url removed)

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Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a business experienced across decommissioning, waste management, and more recently from engineering design, R&D, and refurbishment to recruit a Quality Assurance Engineer on a 12 month contract for its Reading site.

The Quality Assurance Engineer comes with an hourly rate of 55 an hour, Outside IR35.

Key skills

Must hold SC clearance (minimum) and be eligible for DV clearance.

Several years' experience working in an Engineering or Quality Engineering role

Well organised with the ability to work to timescales and demonstrate attention to detail

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Quality Assurance Engineer:

An hourly rate up to 55 per hour

Hybrid working (2 days roughly per week in office)

Outside IR35

12 month contract

Contract extensions are possible/likely.

INDNUC

Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Quality Assurance Engineer
Luton
Up to 45,000 per year + 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + Benefits + Flexible working + Training

An excellent opportunity for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join a well-established and industry-leading company.

This company is a leading manufacturer within the Oil and Gas, Power, Nuclear, and Water industries, with a history spanning over 200 years. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a dedicated Quality Assurance Engineer to join the team. You will be responsible for the development and implementation of inspection activities, detection and resolution of quality issues, and delivery of high-quality outcomes.

This role is ideal for an individual with a strong quality background in manufacturing, aerospace, or defense sectors who is seeking to join a reputable and well-established organization.

The Role:

• Implement inspection and test plans, manage quality control/assurance processes, review enquiry documents and prepare documentation for quotations
• Control contract quality plans, CAPAs, ECRs, monitor subcontract deliveries, and participate in supplier, internal, and external QA audits.

• Benefits include: Flexible working scheme, option to purchase additional holidays, contributory pension plan with associated life assurance, Recognition reward schemes, Healthcare scheme offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental etc.), Virtual GP surgery and employee assistance programme, Cycle-to-work scheme, Range of employee discounts (including gyms, high street and online retailers)

The Person:

• Experience Quality/Quality Assurance Engineer
• Aerospace, MOD, or defense background (e.g., Rolls Royce, BAE).
• UK passport holder (due to security requirements).

Reference Number. BBBH(phone number removed)

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for quality?
We're seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure our client's products meet the highest standards. This role is not a QA Systems Controller or Manager position - instead, it requires someone with the technical capability to interpret customer specifications, technical drawings, and design codes, and to translate these into Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), quality plans, and procedures. Strong knowledge of material certification and material standards is essential.

• Develop, implement, and manage Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), quality plans, directives, procedures, and instructions.

• Review and interpret customer specifications, technical specs, and design codes to ensure compliance.

• Oversee quality control and assurance processes, ensuring contract requirements are fully met.

• Review enquiry documents and prepare QA/QC documentation for quotations.

• Manage contract quality plans with daily updates on live QPs.

• Control Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) and Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).

• Verify material certifications and approve supplier ITPs and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (ASME, API, ISO, GS3001, PED, IBR).

• Monitor sub-contract deliveries for progress, compliance, and deadlines.

• Maintain weld and welder qualifications where required.

• Work closely with Sales, Operations, Production, and Manufacturing teams.

• Lead or contribute to quality improvement projects and audits.

• 5+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance Engineering role.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and design codes.

• Experience preparing ITPs, quality plans, and procedures.

• Strong understanding of material certification and industry standards.

• Knowledge of aerospace, defence, MoD/BAE/Rolls Royce specifications.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Full UK passport (single nationality) and valid driving licence.

• Familiarity with GS3001, ISO 9001/14001, IBR/PED standards.

• Auditing experience (internal and external).

• Knowledge of PCN/SNT standards.

• Experience with Epicor (job planning).

• Security clearance (BPSS, CTC, SC, or DV).

• Competitive salary & benefits package.

• Flexible working scheme & hybrid options.

• Training & career development opportunities.

• Generous holiday allowance (+ buy/sell scheme).

• Contributory pension & life assurance.

• Healthcare cashback & virtual GP.

• Employee recognition rewards.

• Cycle-to-work scheme & retail discounts.

• Create, prepare, and implement the ITP and any associated and relevant directives, procedures and instructions needed to support the plan.
• Develop and manage the quality control and quality assurance procedures and conformance reviews ensuring contract requirements are met.
• Review of enquiry documents and preparation of summary QA/QC documentation as part of quotation submission.
• Purchase text checking and amending to Requirements.
• Prepare and maintain product specifications and process procedures, including monitoring approval records (Agility System).
• Control of contract quality plans and monitor live QP’s for daily status.
• Control of CAPA’s, ECR’s.
• Certificate checks and stamped sign off against standards and HT PO text.
• Control of Sub- Contract deliveries monitoring progress, compliance, and due dates.
• Maintain and control of weld C welder qualifications where appropriate.
• Ensure changes in specifications are reflected in accordance with Engineering Manager’s requirements.
• Monitor and incorporate changes to QA compliance incorporating relevant design codes (ASME, API, etc.)
• Provide quality support to Sales, Operations, Production Engineering, Manufacturing and Test.
• Participate or lead quality improvement projects.
• Participate in supplier and internal and external QA audit activity.
• Check material certification against material standards.
• Approve suppliers ITP’s and procedures.
• Review/ amend/ create HT procedures.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a QAE role.
• Aerospace Specifications Knowledge OR MoD/BAE/ Rolls Royce Specification Knowledge.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience in Microsoft word, Excel.
• UK Passport holder (dual nationality permitted, but the first nationality must be British).
• PCN/SNT Knowledge.
• A Full Driving Licence.

• Knowledge of GS3001 (RR Supplier Quality Management system requirements).
• BPSS clearance (security)
• NNPPI clearance (security)
• MoD/BAE/ below clearance
• Experience Accreditation Check (AC)
• Counter Terrorist Check (CTC)
• Level 1B.
• Security Check (SC)
• Developed Vetting (DV)
• ISO 19443 Nuclear requirements
• Epicor System Knowledge (Job planning)
• Knowledge of ISO (phone number removed).
• IBR/PED
• Internal C External Auditing experience

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Flexible working scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Generous annual leave and option to purchase additional holidays
• Contributory pension plan with associated life assurance
• Hybrid working policy for select roles
• Recognition reward schemes
• Healthcare scheme offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental etc.)
• Virtual GP surgery and employee assistance programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Range of employee discounts (including gyms, high street and online retailers)

Quality Assurance Engineer - Greenwich - 50-55,000 + Bonus + Ex. Benefits - Permanent

About the role:
We're seeking a dynamic and proactive Quality Assurance Engineer to play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS). This isn't just an audit follow-up role, you'll work directly with managers and stakeholders to drive audit close-outs, root cause analysis, and process improvements across all areas of the business.

Personality is just as important as technical ability: we're looking for someone energetic, flexible, and assertive , able to communicate with authority, influence stakeholders, and promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

What's in it for you:

Impact - Play a key role in audit resolution, certification, and continuous improvement across the site

Collaboration - Partner with stakeholders across all UK business areas.

Growth - Gain exposure across all business areas with opportunities to expand your expertise in QMS, RCA, and ISO certification

Culture - Join a positive, agile team environment where proactive problem-solvers thrive

What you'll be doing:

• Maintaining and enhancing the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO9001 requirements
• Leading and supporting the close-out of audit findings and corrective actions, working with managers and stakeholders
• Driving root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 5 Whys) to resolve non-conformances and prevent recurrence
• Facilitating risks and opportunities analysis, including mitigation planning
• Supporting ISO certification activities and management reviews with process owners
• Managing QMS document control, ensuring compliance and timely updates
• Identifying process gaps and improvement opportunities, working with stakeholders to implement changes
• Promoting a "Right First Time" culture across the organisation

What we're looking for:

Meaningful experience in a Quality role, ideally within manufacturing or a regulated environment

Good knowledge of QMS and ISO standards (ISO9001 essential)

Proven track record in supporting audit close-outs and corrective actions

Experienced in documentation, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement

Skilled in Root Cause Analysis tools and CAPA management

Assertive communicator with the ability to influence and support stakeholders across all levels

Agile, flexible, and proactive approach to problem-solving

Degree in Engineering, Quality or related field - open to varied industry backgrounds

Desirable

Lean Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt)

Background in manufacturing

Experience in supporting certification and compliance programmes

• To provide problem-solving expertise to overcome operational challenges

• Lead and support Kaizen events and workshops, driving rapid improvement and engaging cross-functional teams

• Assess internal and external trends to see opportunities for operational improvement

• To engage with cross functional teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and promoting data driven decision making

• Collate, validate and analyse complex data sets to identify trends and priorities

• Mentor, coach and build team capability to achieve sustainable process improvements

• To demonstrate relevant work experience ideally backed up with qualifications
• Ideally Black Belt or equivalent with experience
• Demonstrate excellent analytical skills with the ability to use data to identify trends and drive improvements
• Some electrical / electrical test experience would be an advantage
• Ability and confidence to report to all levels of the business
• Good planning and organising skills to ensure multiple tasks are prioritised and monitored to deliver set objectives
• Highly self-motivated and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks

Quality Assurance Engineer

Galldris Group

Location: Beckton, London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our Team. To be considered, you will come from a Construction or Civil Engineering Background.

The Quality Assurance Engineer will be responsible for the quality assurance process. Ensure a project is handed over with accurate records and within the agreed timescales and quality standards. This document should be read in conjunction with the Galldris Services Ltd Safety Management System.

Key Accountabilities  to include but not limited to:

• Support the operational team with accurate record keeping and document control
• Collate and mange ITPs with engineering team and subcontractors
• Support design coordinators and design managers with their duties
• Track equipment and update equipment registers
• Update and compliance with Project Quality Plan
• Ensure project compliance with the project and Galldris quality procedures
• Support engineering team and subcontractors with NCR process
• Awareness of project specific handover documentation. Track and collate and handover documentation to support Handover File and O&Ms
• Awareness of Environmental issues within the construction company environment and the Environmental Manual policy and objectives
• Awareness of Occupational Health and Safety issues within the construction company environment and the Galldris Services Ltd OH&S policy statement and objectives
• Undertake other duties commensurate with the level of this position
• Comply with Company polices & procedures

Experience/Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation
• Good knowledge of plant
• Construction or Civil Engineering experience is essential

Skills:

• Good Communication Skills
• Thorough understanding of Workflow
• Commitment to the implementation of Materials Logistics
• To be able to work with initiative when outside influences affect planned operations

Qualifications:

• Degree or similar
• CSCS Card

Interested applicants must be eligible to work legally in the UK.

Should you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then we would love to hear from you.

Employee referral scheme - refer a friend or family member to work for Galldris.

Galldris is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate against any protected characteristic.

Please note: We are not using recruitment agencies for this role. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable.