Welding Engineer in Teesside, Orkney

Quality Assurance Engineer / Auditor – EPCm Projects
Location: UK (with potential site and supplier visits)
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term (36 months)
Sector: Infrastructure / Energy / Engineering

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Engineer/Auditor to join our project delivery team on a major UK infrastructure programme. This is a key position responsible for maintaining quality standards across all phases of engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm).

This role offers a unique opportunity to play a vital part in one of the UK's leading low-carbon infrastructure developments. You will contribute directly to a nationally significant project designed to support the UK’s transition to net zero.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Execution

• Plan, schedule, and lead internal and external audits.

• Verify compliance with project specifications, contractual obligations, and quality management systems.

Contractual Compliance

• Interpret and apply project-specific quality requirements throughout all project phases.

Documentation Review

• Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Plans, and supplier quality records for compliance and adequacy.

Non-Conformance Management

• Identify and document non-conformances.

• Lead root cause analysis and coordinate corrective/preventive action plans.

Root Cause Analysis

• Apply systematic, evidence-based methods to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.

• Engage stakeholders and subject matter experts as part of a collaborative problem-solving process.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure quality standards are fully understood and implemented.

Reporting

• Maintain audit tracking systems.

• Deliver clear and insightful reports, quality metrics, and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive quality improvements based on audit outcomes and best industry practices.

• Champion initiatives such as Right First Time and defect prevention techniques.

Requirements

Essential:

• HNC in Welding and Fabrication or a related engineering discipline.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in quality assurance and auditing within an EPCm project environment.

• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 19011 auditing guidelines.

• Recognised ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification.

• Demonstrated experience leading audits and audit teams.

• Strong understanding of engineering and procurement documentation workflows.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in quality engineering on large-scale infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects.

• Member of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI).

• Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or similar industrial sectors.

• Familiarity with quality management software.

• Registered Auditor or Lead Auditor status.

• Ability to manage multiple interfaces and work independently.

This is a high-impact role for a qualified quality professional seeking to contribute to the successful delivery of complex infrastructure while promoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Apply now to become part of a dedicated team delivering critical infrastructure that supports the UK’s low-carbon future.

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