Staff Laboratory Quality Engineer

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro's global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we're always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

The role

Fugro is looking for a Laboratory Quality Engineer to join world class our geotechnical laboratory based in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, reporting directly to the Laboratory Quality Manager. The laboratory uses state-of-the-art equipment to test soil and rock samples from our projects around the world. The types of tests performed are classification tests, mechanical testing (total and effective stress tests) as well as various types of advanced tests, all following international standards such as ISO, ASTM, BS etc.

Your role will be to oversee all technical areas of the laboratory's accredited quality management system, including taking responsibility for equipment calibration and metrological traceability, quality assurance and quality control of testing and ensuring the validity of test results.

This job is for you if:

• You have excellent attention to detail and enjoy work that requires patience and focus;
• You are highly analytical with a critical eye and take satisfaction in reviewing and evaluating data;
• You are highly numerate and literate and keen on writing and reviewing technical documents.
• You like dealing with numbers, identifying trends and spotting errors.
• You are keen in reviewing established practices and identifying areas of improvement.

You will work directly with the Laboratory Quality Manager, supporting them in quality matters, and liaise closely with all laboratory personnel.

Here's what a typical day would be like:

• Calibrating laboratory equipment, evaluating calibration results and updating equipment records (50% to 75% of your time);
• Scheduling and prioritising calibrations;
• Updating and checking technical and quality records;
• Training and supervising of personnel in performing calibrations;
• Troubleshooting any issues with equipment performance, validity of tests and accuracy of results;
• Investigating non-conformances;

As a further progression your role can evolve to include:

• Statistical analysis of test results;
• Validation of complex spread sheets;
• Calculating uncertainty for tests and calibrations
• Performing internal system and technical audits.

Who we're looking for

Essential

• Five GCSEs (or equivalent), including English, maths and science or equivalent;
• At least two A-levels (or equivalent) in maths and one other science subject, preferably physics;
• Practical experience using maths (including algebra, statistics, functions and geometry) and physics (basic mechanics, basic thermodynamics, and SI units);
• Practical experience in drawing spreadsheets;
• Ability to write technical documents, presentations and reports;
• Proficient in use of all MS Office applications, especially Word, Excel and Access.

Desirable

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in technical/scientific/geotechnical subject;
• Previous laboratory experience testing soils or construction materials;
• Experience of working in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory.

What we'll offer you

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you'll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world's leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

• An environment where you can use your skills and actively contribute to project delivery but also innovation
• Career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
• An externally provided Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
• Flexible working hours.
• 24 days annual leave.
• Option to buy up to 5 days annual leave.
• Option to lease an electric car.
• Subsidised restaurant
• Free parking
• Cycle to work scheme

The recruitment process

• We will send you an automated confirmation email when we receive your application.
• If we do not feel that your skills and experience match this position, we will email you to let you know.
• If we feel that your application is a strong match for the role, we will invite you to a first interview.
• The assessment at the first interview will include some basic maths and physics exercises. You will be able to use any means to help you with these: computer, web pages, applications etc.
• If you are successful at the first interview, you will be invited for a second.
• If we are both still positive after the second interview, we will make you an offer, and hope to welcome you to Fugro!

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro's purpose 'together create a safe and liveable world' - and to each other.