Junior Rolling Stock Manufacturing Inspector

About the role

RINA is looking for a Junior Rolling Stock Manufacturing Inspector to join its inspection team in India. The successful candidate will support the verification of rail vehicle components and assemblies throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, standards, and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Perform in‑process and final inspections of rolling stock components, including carbody structures, bogies, and electrical/traction systems.
• Conduct witness and hold‑point inspections according to Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Identify and document non‑conformities (NCRs), track corrective actions, and maintain inspection records.
• Inspect welded structures for EN 15085 compliance, review welding procedures (WPS), qualifications (WPQR), and welder certifications.
• Verify installation of electrical wiring, panels, and onboard systems against schematic diagrams.
• Witness functional, type, and acceptance tests (FAI, FAT, SAT, SIT, static and dynamic tests) and ensure proper test documentation.
• Review manufacturing dossiers, quality records, and certification packages to guarantee traceability.
• Audit supplier facilities and monitor subcontractor quality performance.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 1‑2 years of experience in railway systems, rolling stock manufacturing, or related quality roles.
• Familiarity with major rolling stock subsystems (carbody, bogies, electrical/traction, train integration).
• Understanding of railway standards and technical documentation.

Required skills

• Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• EN 15085 welding standard
• EN 12663, EN 45545, IEC standards
• Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Reading engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and pneumatic schematics
• Documentation of non‑conformities and corrective actions