At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure quality and compliance of wheelsets and bogies through rigorous inspection and testing.
- Company: Leading company in the rail industry focused on safety and reliability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Play a vital role in ensuring safety-critical components meet high standards.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality inspection and knowledge of rail industry standards required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
To ensure that all wheelsets, bogies, and associated components are inspected, tested, and certified in accordance with approved OMI's, customer specifications, the latest version of Interface Agreement, UK rail industry standards and applicable regulations. The role is responsible for maintaining product quality and compliance through robust inspection activities and the issue of Certificates of Conformity (CoC) prior to release. This role combines practical quality control with sound practices to ensure that safety-critical components are inspected, validated, and released in full compliance with client-approved VMI's and OMI's and where necessary OEM approved documentation.
Primary accountability of the role is to ensure through independent inspection and sampling that the formal release of wheelsets, bogies and associated assemblies undergoing overhaul meet the necessary standards for issue of a Certificate of Conformity (CoC). This includes confirming that all overhaul, inspection, repair and testing activities have been completed in accordance with the Customers Scope of Works and the Overhaul facilities engineering requirements, and that full compliance in the form of a technical record can be demonstrated prior to return to service.
Reporting directly to the Overhaul Engineering Manager, the Quality Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring that all products and services delivered by the overhaul facility meet approved engineering standards and fulfil client expectations for product safety and operational reliability.
Key Skills & Experience- Previous experience within a quality inspection role in the rail industry, heavy engineering, manufacturing, or overhaul environment.
- Knowledge of wheelset, bogie, and rail vehicle component inspection processes.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards.
- Experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, and dial indicators.
- Understanding of quality inspection principles and non-conformance management.
- Experience preparing and reviewing quality documentation and Certificates of Conformity.
- Aware of ISO 9001 quality management systems or similar.
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to inspection activities.
- Effective communication and organisational skills.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office and electronic quality management systems.
- Apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification.
- Internal Auditor qualification.
- Knowledge of RISAS, Railway Group Standards, and relevant EN standards.
- Experience with NDT processes and reporting.
Quality Engineer in Manchester employer: Morson Edge
As a leading player in the rail industry, our company offers Quality Engineers a dynamic work environment where safety and compliance are paramount. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development, providing employees with opportunities to enhance their skills through training and mentorship. Located in a vibrant area with strong community ties, we ensure that our team enjoys a supportive atmosphere that values quality and innovation.
