Quality Engineer

Quest Global; Karnataka; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global in India is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure transformer fabrication meets IEC/IEEE/ANSI standards and customer requirements. You will work with Production, Engineering, and Suppliers to drive quality and reliability.

Responsibilities include developing quality plans, conducting inspections, leading 8D investigations, and performing QMS audits to improve processes and reduce defects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in Quality Engineering, preferably in transformer or heavy manufacturing.
• Experience with transformer testing and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans for transformer manufacturing.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Conduct in-process inspections and final product audits of transformers and components.
• Review manufacturing records, test reports, and quality documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Lead 8D problem solving with suppliers and customers to eliminate recurrence of nonconformances.
• Prepare and perform QMS audits to ensure procedures and instructions are followed.

Skills

Transformer knowledge

Root cause analysis

Quality systems

Statistical tools

ISO 9001

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical/Mechanical eng

Tools

CAD tools (NX/CATIA/Creo/SolidWorks)

SAP ERP

MES (Simatic IT, Solumina)

MS Office

Minitab

Teamcenter / Windchill

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that power and distribution transformers are manufactured in accordance with customer specifications, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality objectives. This role supports quality assurance and quality control activities across incoming materials, manufacturing processes, testing, and final product inspections. The Quality Engineer works closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customers to drive continuous improvement, reduce defects, and maintain high product reliability and customer satisfaction.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, inspection procedures, and testing standards for transformer manufacturing.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality requirements and specifications.
• Conduct in-process inspections and final product audits of transformers, components, and assemblies.
• Review manufacturing records, test reports, and quality documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Work with cross-functional teams, local experts, partners and suppliers to ensure technical aspects of manufacturing processes are understood and accounted for as required
• Train Quality Inspectors and Lead Hands to follow Quality Inspection Instructions.
• Prepare and perform QMS (Quality Management System) audits to insure that all procedures and instructions related to the QMS are adhered to.
• Lead the investigation of customer non-conformance reports and all responses using the 8D Problem Solving methodology.
• Provide technical support for issues related to new products, new customers, and/or qualification of new equipment and personnel.
• Monitor, communicate and improve key supply chain KPI’s, including Supplier OTD (Past due), DPPM and waste Establish specific short / long term supplier quality goals
• Champion problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers and customers to eliminate recurrence of nonconformances
• Develop long term supplier relationships and generate and implement cost reduction ideas
• Ensure routine, type, and special transformer tests comply with IEC, IEEE, ANSI, IS, or customer-specific standards.
• Verify calibration and maintenance of inspection, measuring, and testing equipment.
• Analyze test results and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce scrap, and improve process capability.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Knowledge of transformer manufacturing processes, including core assembly, winding, insulation, tank fabrication, vacuum processing, oil filling, and testing.
• Understanding transformer standards such as IEC 60076, IEEE/ANSI, and customer specifications.
• Experience with quality tools including FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, APQP, and PPAP.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and test procedures.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional global environment.
• Project planning and execution capability.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in Quality Engineering, preferably in transformer, electrical equipment, or heavy manufacturing industries.
• Experience in transformer testing, quality systems, and manufacturing process control is preferred.

IT SYSTEMS & SOTWARE SKILLS

• MS Office tools: MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project.
• Software: CAD Tools (NX,CATIA,Creo,Solidworks) ERP System (SAP), MES(Simatic IT, Solumina)
• Analysis tools: Minitab14 and
• Product Lifecycle Management: Siemens Teamcenter / ptc Windchill / Dassualt Innovia

DESIRED PROFILE

Candidate must be a Proactive, Result oriented with a positive attitude, high ethics, and a track record of working successfully in a fast paced and time-constrained environment