Contek are working with a client in Sheffield who carry out bespoke welding and fabrication projects for a variety of clients including MOD work. This can be any project from structural platforms to pipe fabrication within a versatile environment.

Through retirement, they are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join the team on a permanent basis. Ideally you will be a Quality professional with primary experience within Welding/Fabrication.

Dayshift: 45 hours per week (Some site supplier visits)

About The Role

Principle Function:

• To work as part of a quality team to support the Fabrication Quality Department.
• Ensure all front-end & back end quality / inspection documentation is produced accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure engineering standards and quality is maintained on the fabrication shop floor.
• Ensure a system of continuous improvements is implemented and maintained.

Responsibilities and duties include:

• Action work / fulfil tasks as directed by Management.
• To produce Fabrication Quality Plans to client specification after reviewing client specifications and DWGs
• To produce project specific fabrication inspection test records for the Fabrication Inspection Team prior to commencing fabrication after reviewing client specifications, DWGs and Quality Plans.
• Ensure Fabrication Quality Plans are adhered to and actioned accordingly by all sections within the Fabrication shop.
• To ensure various product interstage inspections are conducted as per the applicable QP including ensuring all material is released from the applicable business unit and bought-out material
• Liaise with third-party and customer inspectors.
• To ensure welding procedure and welder audits are conducted.
• To ensure sample inspections on fabricated Assembliesand associated fabricated products at final inspection stage and that the final fabricated product conform to the latest drawings, quality plans and specifications.
• To ensure project specific final fabrication inspection test reports , Dimensional Reports and any other project specific reports are accurate and complete.
• To ensure accurate material location sheets are compiled by the Fabrication Inspection teams for completed assemblies.
• Report final inspection results and any discrepancies / non-conformances to the Management.

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to read and interpret client specifications and drawings.
• Ability to follow all applicable Work Instructions and Risk Assessments.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word.
• Good communication skills: both written and verbal.
• Flexible, proactive and assertive approach in addition to strong prioritisation skills, whilst able to perform within tight deadlines.
• A good understanding of quality control & EHS regulations and procedures.
• Familiarity within CSWIP welding inspection (Although outsoureced - would be good to have awareness of).