Project Quality Engineer

Project Quality Engineer – 12 Month Contract Inside IR35 – Based in Stafford

Location: Stafford

Contract: 12 months Inside IR35

Rate: Negotiable, dependent on experience

Project: Onshore HVDC EPC Project

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Quality Engineer to support the delivery of a major onshore HVDC transmission project under an EPC framework. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all project phases—from engineering through to commissioning—meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and project-specific quality procedures in line with EPC contractual requirements
• Oversee quality assurance and control across converter stations, HV equipment, civil works, mechanical installations, and HVDC control & protection systems
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, EPC standards, and relevant IEC/EN regulations
• Conduct audits of suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to quality standards across manufacturing and site activities
• Lead the Non‑Conformance Report (NCR) process, including investigation, root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions, and closure
• Establish and manage a structured Lessons Learned programme, embedding insights into current and future project phases
• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), inspections, and commissioning activities, ensuring full documentation and traceability
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to embed quality throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor and report on quality KPIs, trends, and risks, driving continuous improvement across the EPC delivery chain

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in quality engineering within large, complex, and safety-critical projects
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, EPC quality frameworks, and HVDC-related IEC standards (preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in NCR management, root cause analysis, and supplier/subcontractor quality oversight
• Experience implementing Lessons Learned processes and driving continuous improvement
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across contractor and client organisations

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to inclusivity.

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