Electrical Quality Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electrical Quality Engineer to join our team within the nuclear sector. This is a critical role ensuring that all electrical systems, installations, and components meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance required in a highly regulated environment.

You will play a key role in maintaining nuclear safety standards, supporting quality assurance processes, and ensuring full compliance with statutory regulations and industry codes.

Key Responsibilities

Perform inspections and verification of electrical installations in line with project specifications and regulatory standards

• Ensure compliance with nuclear industry quality standards, including ISO 9001 and site-specific procedures

• Review electrical drawings, test results, and certification documentation

• Conduct audits of installation and commissioning activities

• Support the implementation of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)

• Identify non-conformances and lead root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Liaise with engineering, construction, and commissioning teams to resolve quality issues

• Ensure all work complies with relevant UK regulations (e.g., BS 7671 Wiring Regulations)

• Maintain accurate quality records and support internal/external audits

• Compilation and collation of LTQRs (Lifetime Quality Records) in line with project and regulatory requirements

Promote a strong safety and quality culture across all activities

About You

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation)

• City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing)

• City & Guilds 2382 (18th Edition)

• Proven experience in an electrical quality, inspection, or commissioning role

• Strong knowledge of BS 7671 and electrical compliance requirements

Experience working in highly regulated environments (nuclear, defence, oil & gas, or similar)

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience on nuclear sites or major infrastructure projects

• Knowledge of nuclear quality standards and documentation practices

• Familiarity with quality tools (e.g., root cause analysis, audits, ITPs)

• Understanding of safety case requirements and compliance frameworks

• Understanding of the Machinery Directive

Knowledge of BS EN 60204 (Safety of machinery - electrical equipment)

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Confident communicator with the ability to challenge and influence

Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales