Negotiable
Outside
Undetermined
Burghfield Hill, Reading (RG30), RG30
Summary: The Electrical Quality Engineer role based in Reading, Berkshire, focuses on ensuring that electrical systems and components meet stringent safety and compliance standards within the nuclear sector. The position requires SC Level Security Clearance and is open to British Citizens who have not worked outside the UK in the past five years. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspections, audits, and maintaining quality records while promoting a strong safety culture. This role is critical in supporting quality assurance processes and compliance with industry regulations.
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
Key Skills:
- Recognised electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equiv. 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)
- 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)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Reading
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
We have an excellent new role for an Electrical Quality Engineer based in Reading, Berkshire. Can be worked outside IR35SC Level Security Clearance is required for this role. Candidates should be British Citizens with full British Passports and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years. 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.The successful Candidate 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
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Recognised electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equiv. 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