Quality Engineer

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure electrical works for a 132 kV UGC project meet project specs and codes through all stages from planning to handover.

The role requires a strong ISO standards background, analytical problem solving, and meticulous attention to detail to drive quality improvements across manufacturing and construction activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of technical experience in underground layering and transmission.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and quality management practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) and ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
• Define quality metrics and quality assurance objectives for manufacturing and construction activities.
• Establish and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct inspections and supervise testing of materials, equipment, electrical systems, and workmanship to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Monitor site activities and verify compliance with project requirements, quality plans, and applicable codes and regulations.
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure consistency and reliability of materials and workmanship.
• Review and approve project documents, drawings, specifications, materials, and construction methods for quality compliance.
• Identify quality issues, investigate root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare and maintain inspection records, test reports, NCRs, and corrective action reports.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits and support regulatory and client audits.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, auditors, and internal stakeholders on quality-related matters.
• Ensure testing and measuring equipment is calibrated and maintained in accordance with applicable standards.
• Certify and validate completed work prior to project handover.
• Provide quality-related training and guidance to project and site personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction

Skills

Underground layering and transmission

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

For over 80 years, Elsewedy Electric has been a leading manufacturer of electrical products and solutions, operating in 19 countries with over 18,000 employees. We offer a diverse range of products across wire & cable, electrical equipment, engineering & construction, digital solutions, and infrastructure investments. Beyond our manufacturing prowess, we're passionate about creating a positive and empowering work environment for our team. We foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning, providing opportunities for professional development and career growth. Our commitment to employee well-being extends beyond compensation with initiatives promoting work-life balance and overall well-being. Join us and be part of a company that's not just powering progress, but empowering people to build a brighter future.

Job Purpose:

Responsible for ensuring that all electrical works associated with the 132 kV UGC project are executed in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes and regulations throughout all project phases, including planning, inspection, testing, and handover. Strong knowledge of ISO standards, analytical problem-solving abilities, and excellent attention to detail are required.

• Develop and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) and ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
• Define quality metrics and quality assurance objectives for manufacturing and construction activities.
• Establish and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct inspections and supervise testing of materials, equipment, electrical systems, and workmanship to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Monitor site activities and verify compliance with project requirements, quality plans, and applicable codes and regulations.
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure the consistency and reliability of materials and workmanship.
• Review and approve project documents, drawings, specifications, materials, and construction methods for quality compliance.
• Identify quality issues, investigate root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare and maintain inspection records, test reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and corrective action reports.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits and support regulatory and client audits.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, auditors, and internal stakeholders on quality-related matters.
• Ensure testing and measuring equipment is calibrated and maintained in accordance with applicable standards.
• Certify and validate completed work prior to project handover.
• Provide quality-related training and guidance to project and site personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction

You're a great fit if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5-7 Years' of technical experience in Underground layering and transmission