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About the Role

We are looking for a talented Senior Quality Engineer to join a leading organisation delivering complex engineering and infrastructure programmes within a highly regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring quality standards are achieved across major projects, supporting the implementation of robust quality processes and driving continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Support the development, implementation and maintenance of quality management systems.
Ensure compliance with client, regulatory and organisational quality requirements.
Conduct audits, inspections and surveillance activities across projects and suppliers.
Review and approve quality documentation, procedures and records.
Investigate non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
Monitor quality performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Work closely with engineering, project management and supply chain teams to ensure quality requirements are fully understood and implemented.
Support supplier quality assurance activities and performance assessments.
Prepare reports and provide regular updates to internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer or similar.
Strong knowledge of quality management systems and quality assurance methodologies.
Experience working within regulated industries such as engineering, energy, infrastructure, defence, aerospace, rail, construction or manufacturing.
Good understanding of ISO 9001 and auditing principles.
Experience managing non-conformances, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
Internal or Lead Auditor qualification.
Experience working on large-scale engineering or infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of supplier quality management and quality planning processes.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements within highly regulated environments.
May require willingness to go through Security Clearance.
Candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard.

Skills

Quality management systems
Quality assurance methodologies
ISO 9001
Auditing principles
Non-conformance management
Corrective actions
Continuous improvement
Communication
Stakeholder management
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Supplier quality management
Quality planning

Location

London

Work Type

Permanent
Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance
Cycle & Tech Scheme
Employee assistance programme
Life insurance & Pension Scheme
Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings

About the Company

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide.
We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.
Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability.
At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners.
We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.