Quality Control Engineer

Overview

Quality Control Engineer role at Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group.

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire + Hybrid Working Arrangement. Compensation:
Competitive Salary + Benefits. Role Type:
Full time / Permanent. Role . At Cavendish Nuclear we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Quality Control Engineer at our Warrington, Cheshire site.

• Review contract documentation to ensure compliance with customers’ quality requirements and contract specifications.
• Ensure supplier quality arrangements meet project requirements and secure necessary approvals, including customer acceptance of up-front manufacturing documentation (e.g., QCPs, weld schedules, NDT procedures).
• Attend supply chain kick-off meetings to clarify project requirements, standards, expectations, and acceptance criteria for all parties.
• Produce and set inspection assignments for Quality Inspectors, arrange and carry out inspections, and liaise with third parties as required.
• Review and endorse supporting documentation throughout the contract life cycle in line with competency (e.g., NDT reports, weld schedules, EC&I test documentation).

This is a full-time role at 37 hours per week, based at near Warrington, Cheshire. Hybrid working patterns are available, with a minimum of three days per week on site.

• Demonstrate experience in creating and managing Quality Control Plans, Inspection & Test Plans, and verification packages within a regulated environment.
• Show expertise in manufacturing, assembling, and testing turnkey specialist assemblies.
• Bring proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the Nuclear or another highly regulated industry, covering mechanical inspection of components, weld inspection, electrical inspection, and inspection of assemblies.

• Hold a completed manufacturing apprenticeship (e.g., NVQ or ECITB).
• Possess weld inspection certification (e.g., CSWIP 3.1 or PCN Level
  2).
• Achieve internal auditor qualification.

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels -  ()

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading and Be Kind Day benefits
• Excellent development opportunities and wellbeing support

As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions across clean energy, defence, and civil projects. We’re committed to safety, innovation, and opportunities across the nuclear energy lifecycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email car with the subject header “Reasonable adjustments requirement”. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Flexible working arrangements are welcome—please ask about interview patterns.

Closing date: 21/01/2026