Quality Inspector

SL Engineering Consultancy; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 22,730 - 24,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Health insurance contributions

Company bonus scheme

Pension plan

Training and professional development support

Job summary

A reputable engineering consultancy in Wakefield is looking for a Mechanical Quality Engineer/Inspector. This role involves interpreting engineering drawings, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and managing the calibration of measuring tools. Candidates should have a qualification in mechanical engineering and relevant experience. Flexible working arrangements and a competitive hourly rate are offered, along with health insurance and training support.

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical engineering experience is required.
• Experience with CMM equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings and verify components meet specification.
• Identify non-conforming components and enable corrective action.
• Maintain calibration of measuring tools.

Skills

Proficiency in precision measuring equipment

Excellent IT skills

Understanding of ISO9001 and ISO14001

Education

Qualification in mechanical engineering

Tools

Digital height gauges

Hardness testers

Micrometers

Job description

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Quality Engineer/Inspector

• Interpret engineering drawings, identify specified standards, and verify that finished components meet specification.
• Identify non-conforming components and enable corrective action before delivery to customers.
• Maintain and manage calibration of measuring tools, ensuring compliance with tolerances and intervals.
• Complete inspection reports and certificates of conformance for finished components.
• Provide guidance on quality issues, ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and ISO14001.

Qualifications & Experience of the Mechanical Quality Engineer/Inspector

• Qualification in mechanical engineering
• Relevant mechanical engineering experience
• Proficiency in using precision measuring equipment (digital height gauges, hardness testers, micrometers, Bowers, etc.).
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and Excel.
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 and ISO14001.
• Experience with CMM equipment

What's on Offer to the Mechanical Quality Engineer/Inspector

• £16.50-17.50 per hour (Mon-Fri)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Health insurance contributions
• Company bonus scheme
• Pension plan
• Training and professional development support