HV Quality Lead (Substation)

Position Overview

The HV Quality Lead (Substation) is responsible for leading the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) programs for high-voltage substation construction projects serving hyperscale data centers. This role ensures that all electrical installations—including transformers, switchgear, cabling, and GIS/AIS equipment—are installed, tested, and commissioned to meet stringent client standards, technical specifications, and international regulatory requirements. The Lead will drive a zero-defect culture and ensure the seamless turnover of electrical infrastructure.

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management Plan (QMP) Implementation: Develop, maintain, and enforce project-specific quality plans and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Site Inspections & Testing: Lead field inspections of primary/secondary HV equipment and civil interfaces (earthing, duct banks). Monitor installation methods and workmanship to minimize punch lists.
• Commissioning Support: Oversee and witness FAT/SAT (Factory/Site Acceptance Testing), including HV cable testing, insulation resistance, and relay testing.
• Document Control & Turnover: Review technical documentation, as-built drawings, and test records to compile comprehensive handover packages for client approval.
• Non-Conformance Management: Identify, document, and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary technical point of contact for quality queries between subcontractors, client representatives, and internal engineering teams.
• Safety Leadership: Ensure all QA/QC activities comply with health and safety standards, particularly regarding energized data center environments and lockout/tagout procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 7+ years in QA/QC management, with at least 3 years focused on high-voltage (HV/MV) substations, ideally in the data center or critical power sector.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of HV electrical systems (110kV+), AIS/GIS switchgear, transformers, protection and control schemes.
• Standards Familiarity: Proficient in IEC, IEEE, and local standards (e.g., [insert local codes like NEC/BS/VDE]).
• Documentation Skills: Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., [Procore, BIM 360, Bluebeam]).
• Leadership: Strong ability to mentor junior inspectors and influence subcontractor behavior toward quality.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience. xqknzec
• Certifications: ASQ Certified Quality Manager, CQM-C, or similar desirable.