Quality Engineer - Welding

Our Vacancy# Quality Engineer – Welding
* Nuclear* Permanent /
* Bridgwater* United Kingdom
* 12/02/26
* On site
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Job Description As a Welding Engineer, you will operationally report to the Transverse Discipline Lead within the Integrated Transverse Team, and functionally report to an Engineering Lead within the MEH and Civils Operational Branch of the Joint Design Office of a nuclear power plant project. The post-holder will be a Welding or Materials Engineer, contributing to the technical assessment of engineering queries raised by the site Contractor on the M&E scope across the CI/BOP and Nuclear Island buildings.

The role will consist of both client and responsible designer activities.

The role will be focused on the welding discipline but will be interfaced with other disciplines and with several parties, such the site Contractors (composed of main suppliers and sub-suppliers), Construction teams, Quality teams, Project Management teams, or Design teams (embedded within the JDO organisation on site, or in back office).

Key Responsibilities
* Responding to General Queries, Non-Conformances, Change Request, and Exemption Requests originating from the MEH Contractor on site, with the support of the Responsible Designer or site Experts when needed
* Provide adequate oversight to ensure the Nuclear Safety and Environmental Regulation requirements are met
* Support the integrated team with technical assessment of contractor queries (welding defects, and other welding and NDT associated modifications)
* Carry out nuclear safety and environmental assessment (categorisation) of queries
* Challenge design decisions so that engineering and design aligns with the project strategy
* Assist in co-ordinating support from other external organisations
* Contribute to the resolution and closure of Open Points
* Assess technical risk and subsequently address this risk
* Maintain a strong relationship with Responsible Designer
* Report operationally to an Engineering Lead
* Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience in welding engineering.
* A background in mechanical engineering would be advantageous
* Experience applying multi-disciplinary technical knowledge within the nuclear industry.
* Knowledge of the construction / installation industry.
* Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including CDM and Nuclear Site License requirements.
* Experience / understanding of welding engineering and NDT in nuclear or high hazard industries
* Ability to influence a diverse range of stakeholders, particularly those in a site environment.
* Ability to work independently, be pro-active, report on and escalate relevant issues.

Join Assystem and become a key player in delivering critical nuclear projects that shape the future of energy. Embrace this opportunity to excel in a dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will drive global innovation.
** Your Benefits Package
** Hybrid Working – Flexibility to work from home and the office   25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays   Buy & Sell Holiday – Make your time off work for you   8% Company Pension Contributions   Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover   Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it   Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back on dental, optical & more   Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes   Exclusive Discounts – Restaurants, days out & top brands   24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help   Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money & go green   Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers   Paid Professional Membership Fees   Volunteer Days – Make a difference on company time

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter!.Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
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