Quality Inspector (Mechanical)

Posted on behalf of

EMPEL Systems

We're on the lookout for a hands-on, Quality Inspector (Mechanical) to join a high-performance manufacturing team. This role is all about inspecting mechanical parts, like machined components, copper busbars, wires, and seals, before they reach our world-class clients across automotive, motorsport, marine, and aerospace sectors.

The Quality Inspector (Mechanical) will:

• Perform in-process and final inspections using metrology tools (e.g. gauges, calipers, micrometers, multimeters)
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T symbols to assess part compliance.
• Inspect for surface quality, dimensional accuracy, and visual defects.
• Log and escalate non-conformances; assist with root cause investigations (8D, 5-Why)
• Support incoming goods inspections and basic supplier quality checks.
• Maintain inspection records and ensure traceability documentation is complete.

The Quality Inspector (Mechanical) will have:

• Apprenticeship, vocational training, or equivalent experience in mechanical/electrical inspection.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a quality role within automotive, aerospace, or similar industries.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949 quality standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficient in the use of inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, CMM (desirable), and depth, thread, height & vernier gauges.
• Experience & understanding of reading and interpreting technical drawings for components & assemblies, GD&T symbols, and inspection plans.

Ready to take your quality expertise to the next level? Apply now with an updated version of your CV to become a key part of a team driving innovation in high-performance manufacturing.