HVDC Quality Engineer

Job Ref: HP\-2867

Stafford, United Kingdom
Competitive
Power Grids
Contract
HVDC Quality Engineer \- Onshore HVDC Project \- Stafford, England, UK \- £Excellent Day Rate \- 12 Month Contract \- May Start Date \- Inside IR35 \- 45 Hours P/W \- Hybrid Role

I’m currently supporting a leading global OEM on the delivery of a major onshore HVDC transmission project, and we’re looking to bring in an experienced Project Quality Engineer to play a key role across the full EPC lifecycle.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a flagship infrastructure project driving grid reinforcement and renewable energy integration.

The Role:

As Project Quality Engineer, you’ll be at the centre of quality delivery \- ensuring that engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning activities meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. You’ll act as a key interface between contractors, suppliers, site teams, and project leadership, helping to embed a strong and proactive quality culture throughout.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Project Quality Plans, ITPs, and project\-specific procedures in line with EPC requirements


• Oversee QA/QC across HV equipment, converter stations, civil works, mechanical installations, and control \& protection systems


• Conduct supplier and subcontractor audits to ensure compliance with quality and contractual obligations


• Lead NCR processes, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions


• Drive a structured Lessons Learned programme across all project phases


• Support FATs, SATs, inspections, and commissioning activities with full documentation and traceability


• Collaborate across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to embed quality throughout delivery


• Monitor and report on quality KPIs, risks, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline


• Strong experience in quality engineering on large, complex, safety\-critical projects


• Solid understanding of EPC quality frameworks and ISO 9001 (HVDC/IEC experience beneficial)


• Proven track record in NCR management, supplier quality, and root cause analysis


• Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and drive continuous improvement


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Cian McLoughlin

Recruitment Consultant

Hunter Philips Executive Search

Landline: \+44 161 240 3338

Mobile: \+44 7881 418 441

Email: cian.mcloughlin@hunterphilips.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cian\-mcloughlin\-628a72258

Web: http://hunterphilips.com/

Cian Mcloughlin

Recruitment Consultant

\+44 161 240 3338
cian.mcloughlin@hunterphilips.com

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