Senior Quality Engineer (Bulk Inspection) at ASSYSTEM

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to support supplier manufacturing and inspection activities on a major infrastructure programme. The role will be embedded within the client’s quality team and will focus on ensuring manufactured components meet contractual, technical and regulatory requirements before release to site. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers, project quality teams and inspection personnel to oversee manufacturing quality, perform inspections, and manage non-conformances. This role requires someone who can quickly integrate into the project environment and operate independently within supplier manufacturing facilities. Key Responsibilities • Perform supplier inspections and witnessing activities in line with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). • Verify that manufactured equipment and components meet contract specifications, drawings and applicable standards. • Review supplier quality documentation and manufacturing records prior to product release. • Identify, raise and track non-conformances, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented. • Accept or reject manufactured items based on inspection outcomes. • Work closely with suppliers to ensure quality requirements are fully understood and implemented. • Support the development and delivery of the supplier surveillance and inspection programme. • Produce inspection reports and summary updates highlighting quality performance and key issues. • Ensure compliance with relevant national and international engineering standards. • Collaborate with project quality leads to ensure effective quality oversight across the supply chain.Required Experience • Significant experience in quality inspection or quality engineering within a manufacturing environment. • Experience overseeing supplier manufacturing and inspection activities. • Strong understanding of engineering drawings, specifications and inspection requirements. • Experience working to UK and international engineering standards and codes. • Ability to identify, document and manage non-conformances and corrective actions. • Experience supporting quality surveillance programmes and supplier oversight.Desirable Experience • Experience on major infrastructure or complex engineering projects. • Experience within regulated industries (e.g. nuclear, energy, defence, oil & gas). • Knowledge of welding, coatings or non-destructive testing inspection.