Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
To work with the best.
Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Electrical QC Engineer | Power & Renewables | Ireland

Role Purpose:
As the Electrical Quality Engineer you will be responsible for a number of projects within the business unit, providing leadership and expertise and monitoring the progressive performance of Inspection and Test activities. The position will support project(s) from pre-construction phase to successful project handover with all quality control deliverables.

Electrical QC Engineer Responsibilities:

Lead by example in the areas of ethics, EHS, cultural sensitivity, diversity, teamwork, quality culture and behaviors.
Comply with all Project EHS requirements i.e. PPE, work Permits, procedures, etc. Where required, support the development of project specific method statements.
Understand Kirby values, Quality policy and create a culture of “being proud of the projects we deliver” & “Right first time” amongst the team.
Establish close working relationships with cross functional departments (Planning, Engineering, Operations, Commissioning, EHS, etc.) including supply chain and client stakeholders.
Liaise with Kirby Autodesk ACC team for field space creation and project custom attributes.
Develop, maintain, and monitor Inspection and Test Plans and checklists approvals in line with submittal due dates.
Develop and agree Test Pack List and Contents with relevant project stakeholders.
Define and develop the system limits and/or system boundaries for test pack with agreed contents including tracking of each test pack.
Implement QR code tagging and tracking of free issued and procured equipment/plant.
Encourage progressive compilation of lessons learned during project execution.
Conducting project lesson learned workshops with supply chain and project team to prevent recurrence of issues.
Compilation of hard copy and/or digital test packs for projects handover.
Tracking issues/ snags and driving closeout with project team ensure data integrity maintained.
Review benchmark / first of kind schedule and report progress.
Review and monitor instrument, measuring and test equipment calibration certificates.
Monitor Power-bi analytics for accurate project reporting on issues, checklists, planned vs actual.
Ensuring data integrity across BIM 360 project platforms ensuring raised issues are assigned correctly with categorisation, due date, owner, responsible party, etc.
Monitoring KPI performance and supply chain performance. Development of action plans where required.
Promote a positive quality culture onsite.
Identify and recognise operatives going above and beyond to deliver quality excellence onsite.
Completing root cause analysis and monitor corrective actions where required.

Necessary requirements of the Electrical QC Engineer

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent Electrical trade qualification
5 years Quality management experience in an Engineering & Construction Environment
HV / MV Substation, Transmission & Distribution Experience advantageous
HV /MV Cable Jointing Experience advantageous
Knowledge of relevant industry standards applicable to the contract scope of works
Ability to lead root cause analysis techniques and implement corrective actions
ISO9001 auditor certification and experience.
Knowledge to scope, plan and execute risk review
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Provide technical and professional guidance for teams
Excellent attention to detail and organisational / planning skills
Able to create and implement quality control process and procedures
Travel throughout IRL projects required

For more information on this Electrical Quality Engineer / Quality Engineer position or other similar Electrical Quality Engineer / Quality Engineer opportunities based in Ireland, the UK or Europe contact the Talent Acquisition Team in Kirby Group confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411 or apply in confidence.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

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