Quality Engineer (Rail / Switchgears)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Hove; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Early Friday Finish

25 days holiday

Bank Holidays

Medical Insurance

Enhanced Pension

Company Benefits

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Quality Engineer in the rail sector for a Hove-based role, taking ownership of the Quality Management System. You will drive ISO 9001 compliance, lead audits and manage non-conformances while collaborating with senior management.

The role focuses on rail/electronics quality, RISQS compliance, and continuous improvement within a regulated environment. Salary is £40,000–£45,000 with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience managing ISO 9001 compliance.
• Lead quality audits and manage non-conformances.
• Drive continuous improvement within a quality-focused organization.
• Collaborate closely with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Primary point of contact for quality-related matters internally and externally.
• Take responsibility for Sentinel / PTS management and RISQS compliance.
• Maintain quality procedures, documentation and business processes.
• Lead regular quality meetings and coordinate quality improvement activities.

Skills

Quality Engineer

Rail background

ISO 9001 knowledge

Audit management

Continuous improvement

Tools

RISQS

Sentinel/PTS

Job description

Quality Engineer (Rail / Switchgears)

£40,000 - £45,000 + Training + Early Friday Finish + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Medical Insurance + Enhanced Pension + Company Benefits

Hove

Are you a Quality Engineer with experience in Rail Engineering or Manufacturing, looking to take ownership of Quality Management Systems within an established technical business?

Do you have experience managing ISO 9001 compliance, and are now looking for a varied position where you will lead quality audits, manage non-conformances and drive continuous improvement while working closely with senior management?

The company are an established engineering business operates within the Rail and Manufacturing sectors, supplying products and services to customers with demanding technical, quality and regulatory requirements.

Working within a highly regulated industry, the company places a strong emphasis on quality assurance, customer satisfaction and maintaining compliance with recognised industry standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer to take ownership of the company's Quality Management System, manage rail industry compliance and lead quality improvement initiatives.

The Role:

• Manage and maintain the company's ISO 9001 Quality Management System
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external quality-related matters
• Take responsibility for Sentinel / PTS management and compliance within the RISQS framework
• Maintain quality procedures, documentation and business processes
• Lead regular quality meetings and coordinate quality improvement activities

The Person:

• Quality Engineer / Inspection experience
• Background in rail or electronics
• Understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

Reference Number: BBBH28044

Keywords: Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Quality Compliance Engineer, Quality Systems Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Manager, Quality Coordinator, Quality Lead, Quality Supervisor, Compliance Engineer, Brighton, Hove

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.