MEP Quality Engineer – Plymouth (Devonport Royal Dockyard) Agency: Carmichael UK Carmichael UK is looking for an experienced MEP Quality Engineer to join a major infrastructure redevelopment project at Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most high-profile defence engineering programmes. The Role As an MEP Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring the quality of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing works across the project. You’ll oversee inspections, audits, and surveillance activities, ensuring compliance with rigorous Quality Management Systems (QMS). You’ll work closely with both the delivery team and supply chain partners, supporting a strong culture of quality and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Liaise with the client on inspections, witness testing, and surveillance activities Conduct quality inspections at notified points and complete surveillance reports Investigate and support resolution of on-site quality issues Attend and contribute to quality meetings Deliver quality training modules to staff and supply chain partners Ensure QMS and quality procedures are robustly implemented on site Monitor and report on quality-related KPIs and trends Support development and implementation of ITPs, quality plans, and improvement measures Ensure timely closeout of NCRs, CARs, and observations What We’re Looking For Degree or HNC in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing Engineering, Construction, or Quality-related field ECS / CSCS PQP or AQP card holder Strong knowledge of QMS, ITPs, and quality processes Experience in inspections, surveillance, and problem resolution Excellent communication and organisational skills Additional Information Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard Hours: 42.5 hours per week (08:00 – 17:00) - Site based Clearance: BPSS security clearance is required (can take up to 8 weeks) Eligibility: Candidates must hold a passport from an EU, NATO, Five Eyes, or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years