Manager Quality- Electrical

Bondada Group; Gujarat; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bondada Group in Gujarat is seeking a Manager – Quality (Electrical Solar) to oversee quality assurance and control for solar power projects. You will develop QA/QC plans, ensure compliance with industry standards, and manage vendor quality. The ideal candidate has 8–15 years of QA/QC experience in electrical systems, particularly in solar power. Responsibilities include supervising testing activities and coordinating with engineering and procurement teams. This role is essential for ensuring project quality across solar electrical systems.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of experience in QA/QC for electrical systems, preferably in solar power projects.
• Experience in utility-scale solar PV, EPC projects, substations, or renewable energy projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement QA/QC plans for solar PV electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor quality of electrical installation works for utility-scale solar projects.
• Supervise inspection and testing activities for electrical components.

Skills

Quality assurance

Quality control

Electrical systems

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Certifications in solar energy or quality management

Job description

Job Title

Manager – Quality (Electrical Solar)

Department

Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC)

Reporting To

Head – Quality / Project Director / Plant Head

Job Summary

The Manager – Quality (Electrical Solar) is responsible for ensuring quality assurance and quality control across solar power projects, with a focus on electrical systems and components. The role involves monitoring installation quality, testing and commissioning activities, compliance with industry standards, vendor quality management, and implementation of quality improvement initiatives for solar PV projects.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Control

• Develop and implement QA/QC plans for solar PV electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor quality of electrical installation works for utility-scale, rooftop, or industrial solar projects.
• Ensure adherence to approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITP) and Method Statements.

Electrical Inspection & Testing

• Supervise inspection and testing activities related to:
  • Solar PV modules
  • Inverters
  • String combiner boxes (SCB)
  • LT/HT panels
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Cables and earthing systems
• Review test reports for:
  • Insulation resistance tests
  • Continuity tests
  • Earth resistance tests
  • Relay testing
  • Transformer testing
  • String testing and performance verification
• Coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning quality activities.

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
  • IEC standards
  • IS/IEEE standards
  • MNRE guidelines
  • CEIG requirements
  • ISO 9001 standards
  • Electrical safety regulations
• Support statutory inspections and third-party quality audits.

Vendor & Material Quality

• Conduct vendor inspections and supplier quality assessments.
• Verify incoming electrical materials and equipment quality.
• Ensure material traceability and documentation compliance.
• Handle Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).

Non-Conformance & Corrective Actions

• Identify defects and non-conformities in electrical works.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).
• Track NCR closure and quality improvement initiatives.

Team Coordination

• Lead QA/QC engineers, inspectors, and site quality teams.
• Coordinate with:
  • Engineering
  • Procurement
  • Construction
  • Commissioning
  • HSE teams
• Conduct quality awareness and technical training sessions.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain quality records, inspection reports, checklists, and test certificates.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly QA/QC reports.
• Ensure proper documentation for handover and project closeout.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Additional certifications in solar energy or quality management preferred.

Experience

• 8–15 years of experience in QA/QC for electrical systems, preferably in solar power projects.
• Experience in utility-scale solar PV, EPC projects, substations, or renewable energy projects preferred.