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Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a leading fabrication company to recruit a Graduate Quality Engineer based in Oxfordshire to support their growing project book.
This Graduate Quality Engineer role comes with a structured development pathway, funded training, mentoring from experienced engineers, and exposure to high-integrity projects across nuclear, fusion, defence, healthcare and energy sectors.
If you're a graduate engineer with a curiosity for how things are made, why they fail, and how quality prevents that, and you're looking to build a long-term career in a regulated fabrication environment, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Graduate Quality Engineer role
Within the role you will:
Support the implementation and maintenance of quality procedures, inspection plans and project quality requirements
Translate engineering drawings, specifications and standards into effective shop floor controls
Verify product conformity through inspection and documentation review across fabrication and welding processes
Identify, report and support investigation of non-conformances, contributing to root cause analysis and corrective actions
Maintain accurate quality documentation, including traceability records and certification packs
Assist with internal, customer and third-party audits
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure compliance and resolve quality issues
Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve process control
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, Welding, Aerospace or related engineering discipline (or equivalent)
Ability or willingness to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Structured, evidence-based problem-solving approach
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
High level of personal ownership and integrity
Eligibility to work in the UK and obtain security clearance if required
Personal skills
The Graduate Quality Engineer role would suit someone who is:
Curious about engineering and manufacturing processes
Willing to spend time learning on the shop floor
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy
A proactive problem-solver
Able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
Eager to learn and develop within a structured graduate programme
Benefits of the Graduate Quality Engineer role
Competitive salary
Private healthcare
Generous pension scheme
Life assurance cover
25 days annual leave plus bank holiday
Full graduate progression and mentoring scheme
INDNUC
Astute People are acting as an employment agency 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.  |
