Manager - Quality (Electrical)

Job Role: Manager - Quality (Solar EPC - Ground Mount Projects) Location: Corporate Office Experience: 15–17 years Qualification: BE/BTech in Engineering (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical) Certifications (Preferred): ISO 9001 Lead Auditor / Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Quality professional to lead and drive quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) across multiple solar EPC ground-mounted projects. This role will be responsible for establishing robust quality systems, ensuring compliance with standards, and supporting project teams to deliver defect-free execution. Key Responsibilities 1. Quality Management System (QMS) Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 standards. Define quality policies, procedures, SOPs, and checklists for solar EPC projects. Ensure standardization and continuous improvement of quality processes across projects. 2. Design & Engineering Quality Review design documents, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality compliance and constructability. Coordinate with engineering teams to incorporate quality requirements at design stage. Drive lessons learned and design quality improvements. 3. Vendor & Material Quality Assurance Evaluate and qualify vendors based on quality standards and technical capabilities. Review and approve ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans), QAPs, and material specifications. Conduct/oversee factory inspections, FATs, and vendor audits. 4. Project QA/QC Oversight Monitor and guide site teams on QA/QC implementation for: Civil works (foundations, structures, roads) Mechanical works (MMS installation) Electrical works (cable laying, termination, testing) Ensure adherence to approved drawings, specifications, and quality benchmarks. Review inspection reports, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), and CAPA. 5. Audits & Compliance Plan and conduct internal quality audits across project sites. Ensure compliance with client specifications, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards. Support external audits, client inspections, and certifications. 6. Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement Track and analyze quality KPIs (defects, rework, NCR trends, audit findings). Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and implement improvement initiatives. Lead quality improvement programs and best practice sharing across projects. 7. Training & Stakeholder Coordination Conduct training programs on quality standards, procedures, and best practices. Collaborate with project, procurement, engineering, and site QA/QC teams. Provide regular reports and dashboards to senior management. Key Requirements Experience with utility-scale solar projects in a corporate/central quality function. Ability to travel to project sites for audits and inspections. Proficiency in MS Office and quality documentation/reporting tools. Experience Knowledge of international quality standards (IEC, ASTM, etc.) Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills. In-depth knowledge of ISO standards, QA/QC procedures, and inspection protocols.