Electrical and C&I Quality Lead

Electrical and C&I Quality Lead

Job Summary

The Electrical and C&I Quality Lead is responsible for overseeing, inspecting, and approving all quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) activities related to electrical and instrumentation systems. This role ensures that all installations, testing, and commissioning meet project specifications, design drawings, and international engineering standards

Key Responsibilities 

Quality Control & Inspections

• Perform Vendor Inspections: Check all electrical and C&I Item check Quality check like cable, Transformer, HT Motors, LT Motors, DDCMIS, PLC Panel, LT Switchgear, Field Instruments, Cable Tray, LT Switchgear etc.
• Review Technical Documents: Check and approve Manufacturing Quality Plans (MQP), Material Test Certificates (MTC), Pre-Bid documents, Vendor Evaluation Documents ect.
• Material Verification: Inspect incoming electrical and instrumentation goods at the site to ensure they match approved vendors and technical parameters

Testing Assurance

• System Validation: Ensure Control Systems like DCS (Distributed Control System) and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) are validated against regulatory standard procedures. 
• Punch List Management: Identify quality defects, create "punch lists" (lists of open tasks), and track them until they are fixed.

Governance & Compliance

• Audit and Standards: Ensure the project complies with safety and international quality benchmarks like ISO 9001, IEC 61508, and local grid codes. 
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Lead investigations if equipment fails or quality errors happen repeatedly, then create corrective action plans. 
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain standard test records, sign off on inspection reports, and submit daily quality logs to the Project Head. 

Job Requirements 

Education & Experience

• Degree: Bachelor's degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering or Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering. 
• Experience Level:
  • For Mid-to-Senior Lead roles: 12 to 18 years of experience in QA/QC engineering.
  • Heavy exposure to power plants (BTG/FGD systems), oil & gas, or renewable energy sites is highly preferred. 

Technical Skills & Certifications

• Knowledge: Deep understanding of electrical systems (transformers, switchgear, VFDs) and C&I systems (transmitters, control valves, PLC/DCS).
• Standards: Familiarity with international codes like IEC, IEEE, and ISO standards.
• Certifications (Good to Have): ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification, or Internal ISO Auditor. 

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership to manage a team of junior QC inspectors and contractors.
• Clear communication skills to explain technical issues to vendors and client