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Quality Engineer at Apraava Energy in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Name: Tsenta
Availability: InStock

ExperiencedOn-siteFull-timeMumbai, Maharashtra, India

Job Description

Quality Engineer

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Accountabilities	Major Activities
Quality Management	1. Quality Planning & Documentation Implement Manufacturing Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans for Tower, Nacelle & Hub, and Blade. Ensure compliance with WTG OEM guidelines, approved drawings, technical specifications, applicable standards, and project quality requirements. Review supplier quality procedures, inspection formats, and manufacturing documentation. Conduct routine visits to manufacturing facilities and prepare audit/inspection reports. Monitor manufacturing activities to ensure compliance with approved MQP/ITP and quality requirements. Coordinate with all stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely completion and delivery of materials as per the project schedule. Conduct WTG final inspections and punch-point verification prior to dispatch. Ensure that the Quality Dossier is complete and complies with project requirements. Maintain and monitor punch-point closure reports. Strong knowledge of heavy fabrication and welded structure inspection, preferably WTG tubular towers. WPS, PQR and Welder Qualification/Welding Performance Qualification requirements. SAW, SMAW and GMAW/MIG/MAG welding processes, as applicable. Plate cutting, rolling, fit-up, longitudinal and circumferential welding. Visual weld inspection, UT, MPT/PT test and evaluation of NDT reports. Alignment, roundness, straightness, Flange inspection and ovality of tower sections. Welding consumables, storage and handling practices. Blasting, painting/metallizing and Dry Film Thickness (DFT) inspection. Final inspection, punch-point verification and tower-section release. Inspect Nacelle assemblies, including the main frame, yaw system, gearbox, generator, brake system, coupling, cooling system, lubrication system, gear oil system, sensors, and associated assemblies. Inspect Hub assemblies, including the pitch system, pitch bearings, power cabinets, control cabinets, sensors, and associated mechanical and electrical components. Conduct dimensional inspection of critical interfaces, mounting surfaces, shaft alignment, coupling alignment, bolt-hole patterns, and other critical dimensions as per approved drawings and specifications. Inspect fasteners, bolt grades, tightening torque/tension records, and traceability. Witness and verify Nacelle and Hub functional testing and review the corresponding test reports. Conduct Blade dimensional and visual inspections and identify any manufacturing defects, damages, or abnormalities. Verify Blade type, serial number, manufacturing records, material traceability, and compliance with approved material specifications. Review and verify the complete Nacelle, Hub, Tower and Blade Quality Dossier, including material certificates, process records, inspection reports, test reports, and traceability records. Maintain inspection and test records. Raise NCRs for any identified deviations from approved requirements. Review the root cause analysis and corrective action proposed by the supplier. Verify the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions. Verify rectification and ensure timely closure of NCRs. Prepare resolution plans and follow up on the closure of all open NCRs. Monitor the status of open NCRs and maintain the NCR closure tracker 2. Tower Inspection and Documentation 3. Nacelle & Hub, Blade Inspection and Documentation 4. NCR Management
Technical Innovation & Developing Solutions	Adopt digital quality tools, non-conformance tracking systems, and real-time quality data analytics.
Developing self and others	Conduct regular training and awareness programs on quality standards, root cause analysis (RCA) Promote a culture of zero-defect and first time-right execution
Management Functions	Monitor & Update NCR, SNAG, Vendor Inspection on Wrench Portal. Provide quality assurance reports to internal management, clients, and lenders. Showcase quality credentials through audit clearances, and compliance records.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential: 8 + Year experience with B.E./B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university. NDT certification is mandatory with Min 4 Years of experience, ASNT Level II/Level III in relevant methods such as UT, MPT, PT, VT experience, preferably ASNT-III.
Preferred Certifications: ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor or QA/QC certification. RCA - CAPA & 8D. Six Sigma Green Belt.

Functional Skills

Technical Skills o Strong knowledge of Nacelle, Hub, Blade and tower quality requirements. o Strong knowledge of NDT tests such as UT, MPT, PT, VT experience. o Familiarity with Indian Standards (IS), IEC, and relevant standard/guidelines. o Ability to interpret engineering drawings, method statements, and ITPs. o Experience in tower fabrication, inspection and Quality documentation.
Quality Management Skills o Hands-on experience in preparing and implementing QAP, ITP, and method statements. o NCR/CAPA management and root cause analysis. o QA/QC documentation and dossier preparation for handover.
Soft Skills o Strong coordination and stakeholder management (EPC contractors, OEMs, client inspectors). o Clear communication, both verbal and written, for reporting and inspection notes. o Problem-solving and proactive issue prevention. • Ability to work under tight deadlines and remote site conditions.