Electrical Quality Assurance Engineer in Knutsford

My client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Assurance Engineer specialising in Electrical systems to join their team.

Company Overview: The company is a national engineering group who self-deliver technical engineering and facilities management services via our circular delivery model.

Job Overview: The company are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Electrical Quality Assurance Engineer to conduct live, on-site audits of Electrical Installations, as well as health and safety awareness, predominantly in the retail sector. This is a mainly field-based role requiring regular travel to installation sites, alongside scheduled office visits for reporting, review meetings and compliance updates. Installations range from new builds, large scale EV installs, LV panel modifications and maintenance works. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring all installations are completed to the highest technical, safety and regulatory standards while maintaining professional company representation across all active projects. You will bring a professional presence on-site, communicate confidently with installation teams and management and carry out assessments in an objective and fair manner. A methodical, solutions-focused approach and a strong commitment to continuous improvement are essential to succeed in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting and advising electrical compliance and regulations
• Auditing electrical installations to ensure full compliance with the IET wiring regulations BS7671 and that of the NICEIC requirements and standards
• Reviewing electrical certification issued by engineers either employed or sub-contractors to ensure full compliance with NICEIC requirements and standards
• Assist in assessment of engineers qualification/competences
• Help to deliver training to engineers when required
• Work closely with the Health & Safety team
• Proactively identify and recommend quality improvement opportunities and solutions to enhance efficiency and profitability.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Team management skills.
• An understanding of quality management systems (QMS) and frameworks like ISO 9001.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• 18th Edition wiring regulations
• NVQ Level 3 Inspection and Testing (City and Guilds or EAL)
• Experience of installation, Test and Inspection and LV panel modifications on large scale commercial and industrial projects.
• Experience as a Qualifying Supervisor or prepared to be trained in the role
• ECS gold card
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Desirable:

• Level 4 Design & Verification (City and Guilds or EAL)
• Mechanical installation knowledge

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all electrical products and processes meet the highest quality standards, adhering to industry regulations and organisational policies. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development and maintenance of quality assurance protocols within a dynamic environment.

Duties:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance procedures specific to electrical components and systems.
• Conduct thorough inspections and tests on electrical products to verify compliance with specifications and safety standards.
• Analyse data from testing processes to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with design, production, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP principles where applicable, integrating food safety standards into relevant processes.
• Prepare detailed reports on quality metrics, non-conformance issues, and corrective actions taken.
• Participate in audits and inspections conducted by internal teams or external regulatory bodies.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on quality assurance practices related to electrical systems.

Skills:

• Proven experience in quality assurance within electrical engineering or related fields.
• Strong analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets effectively.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and their application in relevant industries is desirable.
• Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments to promote continuous improvement.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, for preparing reports and conducting training sessions.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IEC, ISO 9001, or equivalent is advantageous.

This position provides a vital role in maintaining the integrity of our products through rigorous quality assurance practices, ensuring safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction at all times.