- SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Educational Qualifications:
!0 + Year experience with B.E./B. Tech in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical/Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
- Acceptable Alternate: Diploma in Electrical (preferred) or Mechanical/Civil Engineering with 12–15+ years of relevant QA/QC experience in transmission projects.
- Preferred Certifications:
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor or QA/QC certification.
Electrical Safety or HV Switching certification.
Training in IEC/IS standards applicable to transmission projects.
Functional Skills:
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of AIS/GIS substation and OHTL construction and quality requirements.
- Familiarity with Indian Standards (IS), IEC, and relevant CBIP/CEA guidelines.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, method statements, and ITPs.
- Expertise in electrical testing (insulation, contact resistance, ratio tests, SF6 leakage, relay settings).
- Experience in tower erection, conductor stringing, and OPGW installation quality control.
- Material inspection skills for high-voltage equipment, conductors, insulators, hardware fittings, and steel structures.
Quality Management Skills
- Hands-on experience in preparing and implementing PQP, ITP, and method statements.
- NCR/CAPA management and root cause analysis.
- QA/QC documentation and dossier preparation for handover.
Soft Skills
- Strong coordination and stakeholder management (EPC contractors, OEMs, client inspectors).
- Clear communication, both verbal and written, for reporting and inspection notes.
- Problem-solving and proactive issue prevention.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and remote site conditions.
Relevant and total years of Experience:
Educational Qualification
!0 + Year experience with B.E./B. Tech in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical/Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
Acceptable Alternate: Diploma in Electrical (preferred) or Mechanical/Civil Engineering with 12–15+ years of relevant QA/QC experience in transmission projects
Core Scope:
• QA/QC management for both AIS/GIS substation works and Overhead Transmission Line (OHTL) works.
• Material inspection at site, installation supervision, and testing/witnessing.
• Implementation of the Field Quality Plan (FQP) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). Managing inspections, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), and corrective actions
• Coordinating with EPC contractor(s), third-party inspectors, and Lendor representatives for quality system adherence and implementation
• Miniating Site quality documentations and records
- PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Accountabilities
Major ActivitiesQuality Management
Quality Planning & Documentation
- Implement Field Quality Plan (FQP) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for substation and line works.
- Review and approve contractors’ method statements and work procedures.
- Maintain comprehensive QA/QC records — inspection reports, calibration certificates, test results, and approvals.
2. Incoming Material Inspection
- Verification of material and equipment quality against approved drawings and specifications.
- Check manufacturer’s test certificates and shipping documents.
- Site inspection for:
- Transformers, GIS/AIS equipment, breakers, CTs, PTs, isolators.
- Conductors, insulators, hardware fittings.
- Steel structures, tower members, bolts/nuts, earthing materials.
3. Substation Installation Quality Oversight
- Civil works: foundations, trenches, cable ducts, control room building as per specs.
- Electrical/mechanical works: erection of gantries, busbars, GIS bays, switchgear, transformers, and auxiliary systems.
- Cable laying, terminations, glanding, and control panel wiring.
- Witness functional and electrical tests: insulation resistance, contact resistance, ratio tests, SF6 leakage, relay testing.
4. Transmission Line Quality Oversight
- Tower foundation type checks (pile, raft, chimney, pad & chimney, etc.).
- Tower erection quality checks: verticality, tightening torque, member placement.
- Conductor stringing: sagging, tensioning, mid-span joints, compression fittings.
- OPGW/earth wire installation and optical fiber testing.
- Witness line tests: continuity, insulation, and earthing resistance.
5. Testing & Commissioning QA
- Witness substation pre-commissioning tests (transformers, breakers, relays).
- Line pre-energization checks and statutory clearances.
- Ensure proper documentation for energization approval.
6. Non-Conformance & Corrective Action
- Raise NCRs for deviations from standards or drawings.
- Verify corrective & preventive action closure.
- Conduct root cause analysis for repeated issues.
7. Handover & Final Quality Dossier
- Ensure all QA/QC documentation is complete for PAC (Provisional Acceptance Certificate).
- Maintain punch list and verify closure.
- Deliver final Quality Dossier for both substation and line.
8. Reporting & Coordination
- Daily and weekly quality reports to Project Manager and Corporate QA.
- Coordinate with client inspectors for joint inspections.
- Liaise with statutory bodies for mandatory inspections.
Technical Innovation & Developing Solutions
- Adopt digital quality tools, non-conformance tracking systems, and real-time quality data analytics...
Business Planning & Budget Forecasting
- Budget allocation for quality engineers, inspectors, and specialists at project sites
- Provision for quality tools (measuring instruments, test kits), digital platforms (QMS software, NCR tracking), third-party inspections, lab testing, for his site
Developing self and others
- Conduct regular training and awareness programs on quality standards, root cause analysis (RCA)
- Promote a culture of zero-defect and first-time-right execution
Management Functions
- Provide quality assurance reports to internal management, clients, and lenders.
- Showcase quality credentials through audit clearances, and compliance records.
Interface with Hong Kong
- Showcase quality credentials through audit clearances, and compliance records
