Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Location: Orkney Projects (Finstown and Dounreay)- OnsiteDuration: 1 year rolling contract till Jan 2028Rate: 450.00 to 650.00 a day depending on the candidate''s experience. Overtime: N/AWorking hours: 50 hours per week, 10 hours per day ( Core hours 10am to 4pm)IR35 Status: Outside IR35 About the Role We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer (SBQE) to support major infrastructure and energy projects across Orkney. This role will focus on ensuring quality compliance throughout manufacturing, construction, installation, commissioning, and project handover activities. Key Responsibilities Conduct quality audits and site inspections against project requirements and ISO 9001 standards.Attend FATs, SATs, installation, and commissioning inspections.Review and approve Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality records.Monitor construction and installation activities for compliance.Manage non-conformances (NCRs), defects, and corrective actions.Maintain quality documentation and handover records.Coordinate client inspections, witness points, and quality notifications.Liaise with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and stakeholders.Produce weekly and monthly quality reports.Support successful project completion and handover. Essential Requirements Recognised Lead Auditor qualification.Minimum 5 years'' experience in an operational quality role within construction, infrastructure, engineering, or project environments.Experience working within ..... full job details .....