Job Description

Req ID:497818
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, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
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 within our TRAXX Project (Fixed Term Role) in Nigel, Gauteng, we're looking for?
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, making a tangible impact by 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 and much more.
You'll specifically take care of analyzing Defects per Unit (DpU) and External Demerits to improve quality performance, but also support decision-making for production handovers and participate in customer inspections.
We'll look to you for:
Managing industrial activities in the workshop, focusing on people, processes, and performance
Leading efficient Line Quality Animation with cross-functional teams
Ensuring mandatory safety and quality standards are upheld, including the authority to stop production if necessary
Contributing to Process FMEA (Failure Mode & Effect Analysis) and Criticality Matrix analysis
Implementing and updating Quality Control Plans during pre- and serial manufacturing activities
Managing Internal NCR (Non-Conformance Reports) and supporting the team using problem-solving methodologies
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:
Degree or diploma in Quality Management, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
5 years of experience with Quality in Industrial
Technical background enabling the understanding of critical characteristics of the products (electromechanical, electrical, material, mechanical) or equivalent
Must be able to read drawings / specifications and familiar with a variety of test equipment
Experience or understanding of quality tools and problem-solving methodologies
Knowledge of quality standards such as ISO9001, IRIS, or CMMI
Familiarity with manufacturing processes and digital tools
A Lean Six Sigma or equivalent certification
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/specifications
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
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 dynamic and inclusive 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 leadership or specialized technical roles
Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)
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!
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!
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.
Job Type:?Experienced?

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