Job Title: Quality Inspector - Mechanical Engineering
Location: Near Preston
Type: Permanent 
Salary: Competitive salary and package
Model: Hybrid, 4 day working week

Our client, a highly respected engineering business operating in a regulated industry, is currently seeking a skilled Quality Inspector with a strong background in mechanical engineering or precision machining. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a quality-driven team working on complex, high-integrity components and materials.

As a recruitment partner supporting our client, we're looking to connect with professionals who are detail-oriented, reliable, and confident interpreting technical engineering drawings and specifications.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out dimensional inspections on fabricated and manufactured parts, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and relevant industry standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality across all stages of the production process.

Key Responsibilities

Use digital and manual measuring equipment (e.g. micrometers, verniers, CMM) to perform final and in-process inspections.

Assess components and materials to ensure they meet required tolerances and drawing specifications.

Document inspection results accurately and maintain inspection records.

Review engineering drawings, route cards, and inspection procedures to determine compliance criteria.

Support process audits and assist with the development and maintenance of inspection-related documentation.

Inspect and verify materials, supporting the certification and traceability process.

Maintain calibration records for measuring equipment.

Contribute to the preparation and review of Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs).

Liaise with client inspectors as required.

Reporting Structure

This role reports directly to the Quality Control Manager.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Time-served mechanical engineer or machinist

Strong understanding of trigonometry and mechanical measurement principles

Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings

Proficient in the use of precision measuring tools

Working knowledge of ISO 9001

Computer literate and capable of maintaining digital records

Desirable Experience

Exposure to CAD software and/or reverse engineering

Knowledge of British Standards

Previous experience in a highly regulated environment (e.g. nuclear, aerospace)

Attributes & Other Requirements

High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills

Effective communicator, both written and verbal

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Flexible approach to tasks and working hours

Full UK driving licence

Willingness to undergo (or current holder of) baseline security clearance

Why Apply?

Work with a leading engineering business on high-integrity projects

Excellent long-term development prospects

Supportive and safety-conscious working environment

Competitive pay and benefits based on experience

If you're an experienced Quality Inspector looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion