Project Quality Engineer- Data Centre Projects

Jakson Group; Dadri, Hyderabad, Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jakson Group is seeking a QA/QC professional to lead quality assurance and control for Data Centre, DG, EPC, MEP, Power, or Industrial Infra projects across India. You will develop and maintain the Project Quality Plan, inspect DG installations, review MIRs and RFIs, and drive CAPA with root-cause analysis to ensure compliance with standards.

Position requires 3–8 years of QA/QC experience, familiarity with ITPs, FAT/SAT, and the ability to travel to project sites nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering in relevant field.
• 3–8 years of QA/QC experience on Data Centre, DG, EPC, MEP, Power or Industrial Infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on experience in quality inspection of DG installation, electrical systems, mechanical works, fuel systems, and MEP installations.
• Strong knowledge of ITPs, Method Statements, MIR, RFI, and commissioning documentation.
• Familiar with FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 QMS, NBC, IS Codes, IEC Standards, and client quality requirements.
• Experience managing NCRs, CAPA, audits, and root cause analysis.
• Proficient in reviewing drawings, specs, and quality docs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills; good MS Office/ERP usage.
• Willingness to travel and work at project sites across India.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) per specifications and client requirements.
• Ensure activities comply with approved drawings, ITPs and quality procedures.
• Inspect DG installation, fuel and exhaust systems, electrical panels, cabling, and MEP works.
• Review and approve IRs/MIRs, test reports, and quality docs from contractors and vendors.
• Monitor incoming material inspections for conformance.
• Coordinate FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning, commissioning and handover activities.
• Identify NCRs and drive CAPA through timely closure.
• Perform root-cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Conduct regular quality audits and process reviews.
• Verify method statements and installation practices before work.
• Coordinate with PMs, clients, consultants, contractors, and OEMs on quality issues.
• Maintain testing, inspection, and commissioning records for handover.
• Monitor quality KPIs and prepare periodic quality reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and ISO 9001 QC compliance.
• Rigorous documentation and cross-functional coordination across India.

Skills

QA/QC

Root cause analysis

Documentation

MS Office

AutoCAD

MS Project

ERP systems

Stakeholder management

Communication

ITPs & MIR

RFI

CAPA

FAT/SAT

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) in accordance with project specifications, client requirements, and applicable quality standards.


• Ensure all project activities comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and quality procedures.


• Conduct inspections of DG set installation, fuel systems, exhaust systems, electrical panels, cable laying, and associated MEP works during various stages of execution.


• Review and approve Inspection Requests (IR/RFI), Material Inspection Reports (MIR), test reports, and quality documentation submitted by contractors and vendors.


• Monitor incoming material inspections to ensure compliance with approved specifications and quality standards.


• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), pre-commissioning, commissioning, and final handover activities.


• Identify quality deviations and raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), ensuring timely closure through appropriate Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).


• Perform root cause analysis for quality issues and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence.


• Conduct regular quality audits, surveillance inspections, and process reviews to ensure compliance with project quality requirements.


• Verify method statements, quality procedures, and installation practices before commencement of work.


• Coordinate with project managers, clients, consultants, contractors, and OEMs to resolve quality-related issues.


• Ensure all testing, inspection, and commissioning records are accurately maintained and incorporated into project handover documentation.


• Monitor quality KPIs and prepare periodic quality reports for project management and clients.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance quality processes and project execution.


• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management System requirements and client-specific quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering.


• 3-8 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) for Data Centre, DG, EPC, MEP, Power, or Industrial Infrastructure projects.


• Hands-on experience in quality inspection of Diesel Generator (DG) installation, electrical systems, mechanical works, fuel systems, and MEP installations.


• Strong knowledge of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, Material Inspection Reports (MIR), Request for Inspection (RFI), and commissioning documentation.


• Good understanding of Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.


• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems, National Building Code (NBC), IS Codes, IEC Standards, and client quality requirements.


• Experience in managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), CAPA, quality audits, and root cause analysis.


• Proficient in reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications, and quality documentation.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills with excellent attention to detail.


• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Project, or ERP systems will be an added advantage.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and cross-functional teams.


• Willingness to travel and work at project sites across India.

Preferred Certifications

• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor / Lead Auditor


• Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)


• Lean Manufacturing / Lean Six Sigma Certification


• QA/QC Certification


• NDT Level II Certification (where applicable)