Industrial Quality Engineer_TRAXX

ALSTOM Gruppe; Nigel; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A global transport company in Gauteng is seeking a Quality Manager to ensure product quality compliance with specifications and drive operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, 5 years of industrial quality experience, and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a dynamic and inclusive working environment with opportunities for career growth, stability, and a competitive reward package.

Benefits

Investment in development through learning opportunities

Comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with quality in industrial settings.
• Technical background enabling understanding of critical characteristics of products.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage industrial activities in the workshop.
• Lead efficient Line Quality Animation with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to Process FMEA and Criticality Matrix analysis.

Skills

Quality Management

Problem-solving methodologies

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Quality Management, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Quality standards knowledge (ISO 9001, IRIS, CMMI)

Knowledge of various test equipment

Job description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your industrial quality expertise in a cutting‑edge field. You’ll work alongside a collaborative, dynamic, and innovative team of professionals. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring product quality compliance with customer and internal specifications, driving quality performance and achieving operational excellence. Day‑to‑day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business, including the Process & Manufacturing Engineering (PME) team, Supply Chain (SC), and Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA), contributing to cross‑functional quality initiatives.

• Manage industrial activities in the workshop, focusing on people, processes, and performance.
• Lead efficient Line Quality Animation with cross‑functional teams.
• Ensure mandatory safety and quality standards are upheld, including the authority to stop production if necessary.
• Contribute to Process FMEA (Failure Mode & Effect Analysis) and Criticality Matrix analysis.
• Implement and update Quality Control Plans during pre‑ and serial manufacturing activities.
• Manage Internal NCR (Non‑Conformance Reports) and support the team using problem‑solving methodologies.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. Below are qualities that will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree or diploma in Quality Management, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5 years of experience with quality in industrial settings.
• Technical background enabling understanding of critical characteristics of products (electromechanical, electrical, material, mechanical).
• Ability to read drawings/specifications and familiarity with a variety of test equipment.
• Experience with quality tools and problem‑solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001, IRIS or CMMI.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and digital tools.
• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent certification.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Things you’ll enjoy

• Stability, challenges and a long‑term career free from boring daily routines.
• Work with new security standards for rail signalling.
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects.
• Utilise a dynamic and inclusive working environment.
• Steer your career in whichever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from investment in your development through award‑winning learning.
• Progress towards leadership or specialized technical roles.
• Enjoy a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across our 63 countries of operation. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!