Lead Qualification Engineer

Overview of Responsibilities

Who are we looking for?

The Manufacturing Technology and Equipment Qualification (MTEQ) Group undertakes research and testing projects for the development and qualification of novel component manufacturing solutions, in support of Tokamak projects such as STEP, DEMO, ITER and others. This position is a key strategically important role to lead and champion the work in Fusion Technology Business Unit towards the qualification of manufactured components, prototypes, and assemblies for fusion. Key involvements will be the establishment of a Qualification Strategy and Qualification framework and to lead a new team in developing new methodologies and best practice in the testing and qualification of manufactured components for under the harsh environmental conditions associated with nuclear fusion.

As a Lead Qualification Engineer you will have experience of leading teams and supervising other staff and experience in undertaking certification audits in manufacturing industry. If you have excellent technical as well as interpersonal and presentation skills, with experience of communicating at all stakeholder and staff levels, then we would like to hear from you.

What will you be responsible for?

• Recruiting and directly managing a skilled team of engineers and specialists to ensure that all areas( manufacturing, NDT/inspection, mechanical, electrical, C&I).
• Providing specialist/deep technical knowledge on compliance with the existing defined codes and standards associated with manufacturing in the nuclear industry.
• Initiating and guiding the development of appropriate testing and qualification methodologies and schedules. Recommending and taking a lead in the development of new fusion specific case studies, codes, standards and procedures which can subsequently be progressed, in conjunction with other stakeholders across UKAEA, the supply chain and regulatory authorities, into industry wide application.
• Maintaining regular interaction with the Office of the Chief Engineer, STEP Project Management and Project Leads, other groups both in the Fusion Technology Business Unit and other departments.
• Liaising with external qualification and certification bodies and regulatory authorities in achieving code compliance of manufactured components
• Ensuring timely delivery of assigned projects within specification and informing and controlling project budgets.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with external parties such as European and international standards organisations and authorities, research laboratories, strategic customers or suppliers, professional networks, such that the position and expertise of UKAEA are recognised by external parties.