Summary
Larsen & Toubro is seeking a Product Quality Engineer (Electrical) in Saudi Arabia. The role covers quality planning, inspections and testing of electrical equipment, vendor quality activities, non-conformance management, and preparation of quality records and reports. The engineer will support compliance with project requirements and IEC, IEEE, and ISO quality standards. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and at least five years of relevant experience.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities
1. Product Quality Assurance & Control
- Review and implementation of Quality Control Plans (QCP) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITP).
- Ensure compliance of electrical products with project specifications and international standards.
- Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of electrical components and systems.
- Monitor product quality metrics and identify improvement areas.
2. Inspection & Testing
- Conduct inspection and testing of:
- Switchgear (LV/MV/HV)
- Transformers and auxiliary systems
- Cables, terminations, and panels
- Power electronics equipment (e.g., PCS, inverters)
- Witness and review Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) reports.
- Verify calibration and proper use of testing instruments.
- Ensure adherence to IEC, IEEE, and other applicable standards.
3. Non-Conformance Management
- Identify and document Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
- Perform root cause analysis using tools such as 5-Why and Fishbone diagrams.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Track closure of quality issues and ensure effectiveness.
4. Vendor Quality Management
- Conduct vendor inspections and quality audits.
- Evaluate supplier quality performance and compliance.
- Coordinate with manufacturers to resolve quality issues.
- Ensure materials and equipment meet required quality standards before dispatch.
5. Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare and review:
- Inspection reports
- Test reports
- Quality dossiers and handover documents
- Maintain proper quality records and traceability.
- Generate periodic quality performance reports and dashboards.
6. Standards & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with:
- IEC / IEEE / UL standards
- Project technical specifications
- Company quality policies
- Support internal and external quality audits.
- Ensure QA/QC processes align with ISO quality systems.
7. Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for process and product quality improvement.
- Support implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhance inspection and testing procedures to increase efficiency and reliability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product quality, QA/QC, or inspection of electrical equipment.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of electrical equipment and systems.
- Familiarity with international standards (IEC, IEEE, ISO).
- Experience in inspection, testing, and quality auditing.
- Ability to read and interpret:
- Electrical drawings (SLD, schematics)
- Technical specifications and datasheets
Soft Skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and reporting abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Key Competencies
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
- Electrical Product Inspection & Testing
- Root Cause Analysis & CAPA
- Vendor Quality Management
- Compliance & Standards
Preferred Experience
- Experience in renewable energy, power systems, or industrial electrical projects.
- Exposure to factory inspections and manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001.
Qualifications
- Graduation Certificate
- Graduate Diploma