Industrial Quality Engineer (TSSSA) 1

Alstom; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in transport solutions is seeking a full-time Industrial Quality Engineer in Gauteng. You will manage product quality compliance, implement quality control plans, and support continuous improvement while working in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and 5 years of experience in the field. The role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Continued professional development opportunities

Dynamic and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• 5 years in Industrial Quality Engineering required.
• Knowledge of quality standards like ISO9001, IRIS, or CMMI.
• Familiarity with quality tools and problem-solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage industrial activities focusing on people, process, and performance.
• Implement and update Quality Control Plans during manufacturing.
• Lead Failure Analysis Reports and participate in FMEA.

Skills

Quality Management

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Problem-solving methodologies

ISO9001 Standards

FMEA

Education

Diploma or degree in Quality Management, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Req ID: 499271

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.

Could you be the full-time Industrial Quality Engineer in Nigel, Gauteng (Fixed-Term Role) within our CRRC Project we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your quality management and engineering expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside a collaborative and innovative team of professionals.

You’ll ensure Product Quality compliance according to customer and internal specifications, contributing to a seamless and high-performing production process. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business, including Process & Manufacturing Engineering (PME), Supply Chain (SC), and Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) teams, participate in customer inspections, and implement quality control plans, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of deploying industrial quality standards during manufacturing processes and ensuring the compliance of manufactured products before shipping, but also support the decision-making process for production handovers and lead efficient line quality animation with cross-functional teams.

We’ll look to you for:

• Managing industrial activities in the workshop, focusing on people, process, and performance
• Performing Defects per Unit (DpU) and External Demerit analysis
• Implementing and updating Quality Control Plans during pre- and serial manufacturing activities
• Supporting the resolution of Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) using problem-solving methodologies
• Leading Failure Analysis Reports (FAR) and participating in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Qualifying manufacturing teams regarding self-inspection and managing workstation dynamic checklists
• Conducting or participating in product inspections as required

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• A diploma or degree in Quality Management, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• 5 years in Industrial Quality Engineering
• Experience or understanding of quality tools and problem-solving methodologies
• Knowledge of quality standards such as ISO9001, IRIS, or CMMI
• Familiarity with processes and products delivered in industrial projects
• A technical background in electromechanical, electrical, material, or mechanical engineering
• Experience in operational activities and documentation management
• Awareness of railway industry norms and certifications (advantageous)

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• 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 our inclusive and dynamic working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Progress towards career advancement opportunities
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your 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 the 63 countries we operate in. 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!

Job Type: Experienced