UK Notified Body (NoBo) Department Head

Job Specification: UK Notified Body (NoBo) Department Head

Department/Location: Notified Body (NoBo)/United Kingdom – Remote or Hybrid

Reports to: Inspection Solution Group Manager

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and suitably qualified Engineer to lead our NoBo Technical Assessment team, focusing on desktop technical evaluations of pressure systems and components to ensure compliance before they are placed in the UK (UKCA) or European Union (CE). The successful candidate will conduct compliance assessments, reviewing technical documentation, and validating designs according to Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU, Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR), and relevant standards. This is an office-based role requiring technical expertise in pressure systems certification and design.

About us:

TÜV Rheinland is a leading provider of technical services worldwide. We provide a broad range of testing, inspection and certification services to ensure the safety, reliability and regulatory compliance of engineering assets throughout their lifecycle. If you contribute your experience to us in the future, you will experience a surprisingly broad spectrum of national and international challenges, all of which are associated with safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

As a Notified Body for Pressure Equipment, we offer a full and comprehensive range of services thus ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive

TUV Rheinland Industrial Services (TRIS) are looking for someone to join the ever-growing team as a Technical Assessment Engineer on a permanent basis ideally in either the Warrington or Teesside, UK Offices (but we will consider any other locations on a remote basis with monthly visits to our offices or hybrid basis)

TÜV Rheinland values integrity, customer orientation, agility, performance, and excellence. We strive to foster a friendly and collaborative culture where every employee can contribute to deliver outstanding engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead a division as the UK Notified Body (NoBo) Department Head
• To manage current projects and expand/grow the business
• Review and assess technical documentation, including design drawings, calculations, and material certificates.
• Ensure designs comply with PED, PSSR, and other relevant standards and directives.
• Liaise with Clients, Project Managers, and Conformity Assessors to ensure documentation is complete and meets regulatory standards.
• Issue technical reports and certificates (UKCA or CE) of conformity based on desktop assessments.
• Provide technical support and guidance on regulatory compliance and best practices to both clients and internal teams.
• Keep abreast of industry standards and regulatory changes impacting pressure equipment design and assessment.
• Assist in developing and maintaining desktop assessment processes and documentation protocols.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in technical assessment of pressure systems, including design, within the requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive.

Qualifications:

Degree (BEng, MEng, or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Essential skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pressure systems design, evaluation, or technical assessments.
• Solid understanding of PED, PSSR, and related UK and EU standards (e.g., EN 13445, ASME VIII).
• Experience with pressure vessel design, stress analysis, and material selection.
• Proficient in reviewing engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Excellent technical report writing and documentation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Experience of welding procedure and welder qualification (WPQR/WQT etc) to ASME or BS EN 15614/9606

Desirable skills:

• Previous experience with NoBo for Pressure Systems business, managing quotations and cost estimates for inspection work.
• Knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Knowledge of certification of structural steel and aluminium fabricators in accordance with EN 1090.
• Knowledge of certification to EN ISO 3834.

Additional Information:

• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional growth and further certifications.
• Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, flexible working options, and company car allowance.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining relevant experience

Desirable:

• Experience working within a Notified Body or similar regulatory framework.
• Familiarity with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) tools and techniques.
• Previous experience with quality assurance processes.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Information:

• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional growth and further certifications.
• Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, flexible working options, and company car allowance for the Surveyor role.
• Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining relevant experience.