• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Educational
Qualifications:
• Essential: 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).
• Explicit 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
• Essential: 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 Activities Quality 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
📌 Field Quality Manager (India)
🏢 Apraava
📍 India