Quality Engineer - Helensburgh
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£41,700
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2481 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2481 Quality control and planning engineers Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join the team.
The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.
About The Role
To provide quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) support and expertise to the Project Team to support right first-time delivery. Foster a site quality presence at site to develop good working relationships with Suppliers / Site Stakeholders Support the identification and flow-down of client quality requirements to the supply chain. Work collaboratively with quality peers from the client and suppliers to ensure that all learning from experience (LFE) is captured, shared and incorporated into future works / shared across all aspects of the portfolio of projects
Key Deliverables
- Support Project Management and Functional Leads in developing quality procedures, processes, and plans to meet project requirements.
- Review tender, contract, and quality documentation (e.g. ITPs, Quality Plans, Specifications) for compliance with client and contractual requirements.
- Attend site regularly to support planning and management of supplier QA/QC inspections and surveillance activities.
- Conduct internal and supplier audits/health checks to verify compliance and identify process improvements.
- Monitor quality performance against KPIs and identify areas of concern.
- Oversee product quality verification activities, including supplier manufacturing/installation surveillance, FATs, SATs, and release inspections.
- Support the management of quality risks, opportunities, NCRs, and defect notifications.
Key Requirements / Qualifications:
- Full understanding and implementation of quality management systems (ISO 9001:2015).
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a quality engineering delivery role within a highly regulated / high-
- integrity industry (e.g. defence, nuclear, oil and gas, aerospace, pharmaceutical).
- Demonstrable experience in quality engineering roles gained from involvement with multiple projects and domains.
- Good IT skills, proficient using Word, Excel, SharePoint and other Microsoft tools.
- Effective report writing skills.
- SC Clearance (or ability to gain prior to commencing employment).
- Industry recognised auditor qualification e.g. ISO 9001 Lead / Internal.
- Hold a relevant HNC (i.e., Level 4 or higher) qualification in an engineering discipline, OR demonstrate equivalent experience
- Understanding of nuclear compliance / legislation and quality requirements (AQAP 2110 / 2105).
- Experience on refurbishment work specially fixed cranes, ECI or mechanical and electrical services
- Associated professional membership in an appropriate discipline (e.g. CQI / IRCA).
- Industry recognised NDE (Non-Destructive Engineering / NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) qualification e.g. PCN/CSWIP.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Quality control and planning engineers (SOC 2481) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~52k in sample- Middle half £35,620–52,676
- Median £43,576
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2481 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.