Electrical Quality Inspector

Fohntech Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fohntech Group seeks a Quality Assurance professional to oversee the QMS and drive compliance on an electrical project, coordinating with engineering and operations to ensure adherence to standards.

The role emphasizes root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and the application of Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S to optimize QA processes, with focus on industry standards and customer specifications.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and standards.
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems (QMS) and KPI development.
• Experience with internal audits, corrective/preventive actions, and compliance documentation.
• Familiarity with calibration systems, test plans, and quality documentation.
• Attention to detail – critical for identifying defects and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Quality Management System (QMS) oversight and maintenance in accordance with SOPs.
• Assist development of project-specific QA work procedures and ITPs.
• Hold Quality Induction Workshops to promote project QA requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and project management teams.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

QMS proficiency

KPI development

Internal audits

Corrective/preventive actions

Compliance documentation

Calibration systems

Test plans

Quality documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Job description

Dublin 15, Ireland | Posted on 06/05/2026

** This role is based in Belgium - Rotation plan available **

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

1. Quality Management System (QMS) Oversight

• Implement and maintain the QMS in compliance with SOPs.
  
• Assist in the development of any project specific QA work procedures.
  
• Assist in the development of any project specific ITPs.
  
• Hold Quality Induction Workshops to promote awareness of the project specific requirements.
  
• Work closely with engineering, operations, and project management teams.
  

2. Inspection & Compliance

• Conduct and record surveillance / in progress inspections of all work carried out in on the project.
  
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE), customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
  
• Conduct audits and inspections of electrical products and systems
  

3. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and verify quality documentation, including inspection reports and certifications.
  
• Conduct and record final inspections on all work carried out on the project.
  
• Develop and monitor KPIs to drive quality improvements.
  
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects and failures.
  
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies to optimize processes.
  

Essential Criteria for the Role:

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and standards.
  
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems (QMS) and KPI development.
  
• Experience with internal audits, corrective/preventive actions, and compliance documentation.
  
• Familiarity with calibration systems, test plans, and quality documentation.
  
• Attention to detail – critical for identifying defects and ensuring compliance.
  
• Effective communication – to liaise with production, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
  
• Problem-solving – proactive in identifying root causes and implementing solutions.
  
• Adaptability & continuous improvement mindset – driving innovation in QA processes.