Engineer

KP Group; Khavda; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

KP Group in Gujarat is seeking a Mechanical Quality Engineer for solar projects to lead quality control plans and ensure regulatory compliance. You will help define standards and oversee inspections, audits, and reporting across mechanical installations.

Ideal candidates bring renewable energy quality experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to safety and sustainability on site. Join a team delivering robust mechanical systems for solar projects and ensuring regulatory excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in quality engineering, preferably in the renewable energy or solar industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASME, ASTM, NEC) and regulatory requirements for solar projects.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in quality management tools and techniques.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Certification in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO 9001) is a plus.
• Experience with quality assurance software and documentation systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Quality Control Management: Develop and implement quality control plans for mechanical components and installations in solar projects.
• Quality Control Management: Establish inspection criteria and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications.
• Quality Control Management: Conduct regular inspections and audits to assess the quality of mechanical systems and identify areas for improvement.
• Quality Control Management: Monitor the performance of mechanical equipment and address any issues that may affect project efficiency or safety.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure adherence to codes, standards, and regulations (ASME, ASTM, NEC) and maintain inspection records.
• Supplier and Contractor Management: Evaluate material quality and conduct supplier audits to meet project requirements.
• Supplier and Contractor Management: Provide guidance to subcontractors to ensure proper installation of mechanical systems.
• Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: Promote safety and environmental stewardship in all mechanical operations and installations.

Skills

Quality engineering

Mechanical systems

Analytical skills

Quality management tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Quality assurance software

Documentation systems

Six Sigma

ISO 9001

Job description

Position Title: Mechanical Quality Engineer - Solar Projects

Responsibilities:

1. Quality Control Management:

• - Develop and implement quality control plans for mechanical components and installations in solar projects.
• - Establish inspection criteria and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications.
• - Conduct regular inspections and audits to assess the quality of mechanical systems and identify areas for improvement.
• - Monitor the performance of mechanical equipment and address any issues that may affect project efficiency or safety.

2. Compliance and Documentation:

• - Ensure adherence to all relevant codes, standards, and regulations governing solar projects, including but not limited to ASME, ASTM, and NEC.
• - Maintain accurate records of quality inspections, test results, and compliance documentation.
• - Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to resolve quality-related issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
• - Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation for internal review and regulatory compliance.

3. Supplier and Contractor Management:

• - Evaluate the quality of materials and components supplied by vendors and subcontractors to ensure they meet project requirements.
• - Conduct supplier audits and performance evaluations to assess quality management processes and capabilities.
• - Provide guidance and support to subcontractors and construction teams to ensure proper installation and assembly of mechanical systems.
• - Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements in mechanical installation procedures.
• - Implement best practices and quality assurance methodologies to optimize project performance and reliability.
• - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate lessons learned and feedback into future project planning and execution.

5. Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:

• - Promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship in all mechanical operations and installations.
• - Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and environmental standards.
• - Investigate and address any safety incidents or environmental concerns related to mechanical systems and installations.

Qualifications:

• - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• - Proven experience in quality engineering, preferably in the renewable energy or solar industry.
• - Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and manufacturing processes.
• - Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASME, ASTM, NEC) and regulatory requirements for solar projects.
• - Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• - Proficiency in quality management tools and techniques.
• - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• - Certification in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO 9001) is a plus.
• - Experience with quality assurance software and documentation systems.
• - Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental sustainability.