Electrical Quality Engineer

Kenton Black Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering contractor in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Electrical Quality Engineer to ensure quality across multiple projects, maintain standards, and support teams. This role offers a salary between £50,000 and £60,000, along with a competitive benefits package. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in quality management and a degree in Electrical Engineering. Join a dynamic business and work on landmark projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career development and leadership training opportunities

Long-term project pipeline

Qualifications

• 5+ years' quality management experience in engineering & construction.
• Experience with HV/MV substations, transmission & distribution is an advantage.
• Able to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project quality plans, inspection and test plans.
• Lead quality culture and behaviors across site teams and supply chain.
• Carry out audits, monitor KPIs, and ensure QMS compliance.
• Provide technical support, guidance, and training to project teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

ISO 9001 auditor certification

Job description

Electrical Quality Engineer – Power & Renewables | Glasgow
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + excellent package

Join a forward-thinking engineering contractor delivering high-profile projects across the power and renewables sector. With a secure pipeline of work for the next 5+ years, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career, work with leading clients, and develop your skills on major engineering projects.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent role with long-term project pipeline
• Competitive salary and benefits package (negotiable)
• Career development and leadership training opportunities
• Work with a collaborative, high-performing team
• Exposure to complex and innovative power & renewables projects

The Role

As Electrical Quality Engineer, you’ll take ownership of quality across multiple projects, ensuring compliance, driving improvements, and supporting delivery from pre-construction through to handover. You’ll play a key role in maintaining standards, supporting teams, and building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project quality plans, inspection and test plans
• Lead quality culture and behaviors across site teams and supply chain
• Carry out audits, monitor KPIs, and ensure QMS compliance
• Implement lessons learned, walkdowns, and benchmarks to improve performance
• Provide technical support, guidance, and training to project teams
• Identify risks, drive corrective actions, and proactively improve processes

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent trade qualification
• 5+ years’ quality management experience in engineering & construction
• Experience with HV/MV substations, transmission & distribution (advantageous)
• ISO 9001 auditor certification
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Able to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic business, work on landmark projects, and take your career to the next level.