Quality Control Inspector at Deep Manufacturing Limited

Bristol, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Inspection, Dimensional Inspection, Visual Inspection, NDT Techniques, Precision Measurement Tools, Welding Processes, Additive Manufacturing, Documentation, Compliance, Process Control, Continuous Improvement, Analytical Mindset, Technical Drawings, Problem-Solving, Microsoft Software, Attention to Detail

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

The Quality Control Inspector (QCI) will ensure that all WAAM-produced components meet stringent customer and regulatory requirements, including compliance with DNV, ASME, and API standards. Working closely with production, engineering, and SHEQ teams, the QCI will implement inspection protocols, maintain traceability, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities: · Inspection & Testing: o Perform dimensional and visual inspections on WAAM components using precision measurement tools and NDT techniques including MPI and DPI. o Verify compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and applicable rules (DNV, ASME, API). · Documentation & Reporting: o Maintain accurate inspection records, quality reports, and traceability documentation. o Prepare quality documentation for customer audits and certification requirements. · Compliance & Standards: o Ensure adherence to DNV, ASME, API, ISO 9001, and AS9100 standards. o Support internal and external audits and certification processes. · Process Control: o Monitor WAAM process parameters and validate quality outputs. o Assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conformances. · Continuous Improvement: o Identify opportunities for process optimisation and quality enhancement. o Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement best practices. Qualifications & Experience: · Essential: o Proven experience in quality inspection of welded joints within a manufacturing or engineering environment. o Familiarity with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, CMM). o Knowledge of DNV, ASME and API Codes and Rules for welded and fabricated components. o Understanding of welding and/or additive manufacturing processes. · Desirable: o Experience with WAAM or other metal additive manufacturing technologies. o NDT certification in accordance with ISO 9712 (PT, MT, UT). o Background in aerospace, defence, marine, or oil & gas sectors. Skills & Attributes: · Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset. · Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. · Excellent communication and reporting skills. · Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. · High level of competency with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint). · Due to the nature of the work that we do and our 24/7 shift patterns, a flexible approach to working will be an essential requirement for this role. What's in it for you Salary – competitive Bonus – Performance related bonus scheme Pension - 9% employer contribution with an optional employee contribution Annual Leave – 25 days, plus statutory holidays Lunch – Free lunch and breakfast provided onsite alongside snacks Free Parking & EV Charging Who we are DEEP is an international design and engineering company on a mission to make humans aquatic. We're doing this by advancing ocean exploration through the development of new technologies that will enable humans to live and work in underwater environments for longer periods of time. 95% of the ocean is unexplored. Countless discoveries are waiting to be made, and knowledge gained, that will benefit our planet and all of humanity. The challenge is access, and that's where DEEP comes in. We're building subsea human habitats to enable research at depth and increase our understanding of the ocean, so we can help protect it. DEEP Manufacturing DEEP Manufacturing, based in Avonmouth (Bristol) offers advanced manufacturing capabilities and expertise in large-format metal additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping and material testing. Our advanced manufacturing facilities include a state-of-the-art robotics suite, offering 3D printing services and Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) capabilities which means we can deliver manufacturing projects in less time and at lower costs compared to traditional manufacturing processes. Working at DEEP We're a team of highly experienced engineering, operations and safety experts, with a funding model that allows us the freedom to think long term and pursue our mission without traditional restraints. We want to drive progress at the forefront of deep-sea innovation and discovery to become stewards of the ocean and reshape our relationship with our planet. As an organization with multi-generational objectives and ambitious goals, the values we bring to work every day are critical: Be Curious – Find a better way and ask why not?". Answers are easy, questions are hard – ask original questions and be a curiosity catalyst! Be Exceptional – It will take the most intelligent, talented and creative people on the planet working together to achieve DEEP's mission. Get it done, be relentless in your pursuit of excellence, and demand excellence from everyone. Be Fearless – No one has done this on the scale we're doing it before. Impossible things must be done for the first time. We are the team pushing boundaries! Be Good – Cultivate passion and thrive together. Be safe, take intelligent risks, but never compromise the safety of the team – ever! At DEEP, we celebrate and embrace diversity and inclusion and strongly believe that the best innovations come from diverse perspectives. We invite applicants from all backgrounds to join us in creating technology that makes a meaningful impact on humanity, our oceans and planet.

Responsibilities

The Quality Control Inspector will perform inspections and testing on WAAM components to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards. They will also maintain documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives.