Contract - Supplier Quality Engineer (Inside IR35) Location - Stafford Recruiting for a Project Quality engineer to to support the delivery of a major HVDC transmission project executed under an EPC framework. This role ensures that engineering, procurement, manufacturing, civil works, installation, and commissioning activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This person will be a key interface between the EPC contractor, suppliers, site teams, and project leadership, driving a consistent and proactive quality culture across all phases.Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and implement the Project Quality Plan, Inspection & Test Plans, and project‑specific quality procedures aligned with EPC contractual requirements. Oversee quality assurance and control activities for converter stations, HV equipment, civil works, mechanical installations, and HVDC control & protection systems, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and IEC/EN standards. Conduct supplier and subcontractor audits, verifying adherence to EPC quality obligations, manufacturing standards, and site execution requirements. Lead the Non‑Conformance Report (NCR) process, ensuring timely investigation, structured root‑cause analysis, effective corrective/preventive actions, and robust closure. Manage a structured Lessons Learned programme, capturing insights from NCRs, audits, site issues, comm...