Quality Engineer (Welding Bias)- Nuclear

Quality Engineer (Welding Bias) – AWE Projects
Location: Hybrid – 2 days per week on site (flexible depending on project needs)
Rate: £55-£60 per hour (Outside IR35)
Clearance: SC minimum, DV eligible
A new opportunity has opened to join a world-class team delivering highly technical engineering projects at AWE. We’re looking for an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong welding background to play a key role in maintaining standards of excellence across complex, safety-critical work.
If you’re looking to contribute to nationally significant programmes within a unique, high-integrity environment – this could be the ideal next move.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for ensuring compliance with welding quality standards, overseeing fabrication activities, and supporting both design and delivery teams in achieving best practice in welded construction. This is a hands-on Quality role where technical understanding and attention to detail are essential.

Essential Criteria
Your CV must clearly demonstrate the following:

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer
• Welding Coordinator – BS EN ISO 14731
• IIW/EWF Welding Engineer or Technologist grade
• International certification in welding
• Active SC Clearance (minimum) and DV eligibility

Why Join?

• Be part of one of the UK’s most respected and secure engineering programmes
• Work alongside industry leaders in a collaborative, high-performing team
• Competitive hourly rate with hybrid flexibility