Quality Engineer - Energy

Location: Birmingham, England, gb

Company Description

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, Automotive, 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.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

As a Quality Engineer, you will join  our Birmingham team to support our activities within the Energy sector. 

You will lead and assure the Quality Management System (QMS) for projects involving mechanical pumping systems, electrical installations, control & instrumentation, and WIMES-compliant equipment.

You will play a critical role in ensuring that all testing, inspection, and acceptance criteria required by the Scope/Works Information, NEC3 Section 4, and WIMES specifications are met and fully evidenced for Completion and Takeover.

• Location: Birmingham 
• On Site:  Hybrid 
• Clearance: BPSS
• Experience Level: 5- 10YOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement the Project Quality Plan in line with NEC3 ECC Section 4 and Works Information.
• Develop and manage MEICA Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) across pumps, MCCs, electrical installations, controls and instrumentation.
• Coordinate and oversee FAT, SAT, commissioning and performance testing activities.
• Ensure full compliance with WIMES specifications and verify supplier documentation and manufacturing standards.
• Manage Test & Inspection Registers, hold/witness points and Supervisor notifications under NEC3.
• Control NCRs, CAPA, concessions and retesting processes to achieve first-time pass performance.
• Maintain Defects Register and support structured close-out prior to Completion and Takeover.
• Collate and manage all quality documentation within the CDE to support handover and asset data requirements.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Creation of MEICA-specific ITPs

Strong understanding of:

• Pump hydraulics (flow, head, duty verification)
• LV distribution, MCCs and protection systems
• Drives, soft starters, control logic and SCADA
• Earthing and bonding requirements

Ability to interpret:

• Pump curves
• Electrical schematics
• Cable calculations
• Instrumentation datasheets
• FAT/SAT management and commissioning oversight
• Supply chain quality assurance and audit capability
• Structured defects and NCR management

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent military experience
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (IRCA or equivalent)
• NEC3 accreditation (Supervisor or PM training)
• Strong experience in MEICA installations and pumping systems
• Understanding of WIMES standards
• CSCS/SMSTS or equivalent SHE qualification

Desirable Skills:

• Membership of CQI (Practitioner or Chartered)
• Water industry / AMP programme experience
• NDT/Welding inspection (CSWIP/PCN)
• CompEx or electrical authorisation familiarity

Additional Information

Why join us? 

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.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

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. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.