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Quality Engineer

Posted: 06/11/25
Recruiter:Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Reference:3022039385
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£45 - £50 Hourly Outside IR35
Location:Reading, Oxfordshire
Description: Quality Engineer - AWE (Outside IR35)


Location: AWE Site
Rate: 50 per hour (Outside IR35)
Clearance: Must hold current DV Clearance



About the Role


We're looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team supporting projects at AWE. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role across the full project lifecycle-from initial kick-off through to completion-ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance are achieved throughout.



Key Responsibilities

  • Review and acceptance of procedures and documentation in accordance with QC1 requirements.
  • Conduct QC inspections in line with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
  • Ongoing review and final acceptance of Lifetime Records (LTRs).
  • Carry out final release inspections to ensure all quality requirements are met.
  • Witness testing activities as required.
  • Attend project and quality-related meetings to support delivery and compliance.


Requirements

  • Active DV Clearance (mandatory due to project timelines).
  • Proven experience in Quality Engineering within complex or regulated environments (nuclear, defence, or similar).
  • Strong understanding of quality control documentation, inspection processes, and QC1 compliance.
  • Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.


Contract Details

  • Outside IR35
  • 50 per hour
  • Start: Immediate (subject to existing DV clearance)

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