Welding Inspector – Rail & Rolling Stock (Contract)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Welding Inspector to support safety‑critical rolling stock vehicles and components within a rail engineering environment. You will ensure welding work meets industry standards and quality requirements before assets return to service.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct welding inspections in line with the Inspection and Test Plan and relevant standards.
• Perform visual inspection of welds according to ISO 17637.
• Identify defects, record non‑conformances and recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to verify fabrication tolerances.
• Compile quality documentation packs and conduct internal surveillance audits.
• Witness welder qualification tests (ISO 9606) and support welding personnel development.
• Collaborate with quality, production, engineering and operations teams to maintain consistent welding standards.

Required profile

• Level 4 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication & Welding or equivalent experience.
• CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification (minimum).
• Proven experience in welding inspection or quality control within a rail or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with ISO 5817, ISO 10042, ISO 3834, EN 15085 and related standards.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and welding specifications.

Required skills

• CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification
• ISO 17637 visual inspection
• ISO 5817 quality levels for fusion‑welded joints
• ISO 10042 arc‑welded aluminium joints
• ISO 3834 welding quality requirements
• EN 15085 welding of railway vehicles and components
• ISO 9606 welder qualification testing
• Interpretation of engineering drawings

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £45
• Contract role with exposure to safety‑critical rail projects
• Opportunity to work with leading engineering and quality teams