Job Requirements
Quality Manager/Lead Solar Projects (Ground-Mounted & Rooftop). This profile is designed for a candidate with 810 years of experience who can ensure technical compliance, safety, and operational excellence.
Job Title: Quality Manager Solar Execution (Ground-Mount & Rooftop)
Experience: 810 Years
Location: Noida
Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical
Role Summary
The Quality Manager will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) functions for solar power project execution. This includes overseeing both large-scale ground-mounted plants and commercial/industrial rooftop installations. The candidate is responsible for the entire lifecycle, from incoming material inspection to final commissioning and handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Quality Planning: Develop and implement Project Quality Plans (PQP) and Field Quality Plans (FQP) tailored for both ground-mount and rooftop sites.
- Site Execution Oversight: Monitor daily site activities to ensure civil, mechanical, and electrical works align with approved drawings and technical specifications.
- Inspection & Testing:
- Incoming: Conduct Pre-Dispatch Inspections (PDI) and verify the quality of modules, inverters, structures (MMS), and balance of system (BOS) components.
- In-Process: Oversee soil compaction, concrete pouring, module mounting, cable laying, and earthing.
- Final: Lead performance testing, including Performance Ratio (PR) analysis and grid synchronization checks.
- Vendor & Subcontractor Management: Audit vendor manufacturing facilities and supervise subcontractor teams to maintain uniform quality standards.
- Non-Conformance Management: Identify bottlenecks or defects, issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCR), and drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project records, MIS reports, and compliance documentation required for ISO standards and government approvals.
Expanded Technical Responsibilities
- Civil & Structural Quality
- Foundation & Earthworks: Oversee soil compaction, pile load testing, and concrete strength verification (slump and cube tests) for MMS (Module Mounting Structure) foundations.
- Structural Integrity: Inspect the alignment, levelling, and tightening of structural components (rafters, purlins, tilting links) against approved drawings.
- Rooftop Specifics: Conduct structural load-bearing assessments of roofs and verify the quality of waterproofing and penetrations to maintain building shell integrity.
- Infrastructure: Supervise the quality of civil works for the boundary wall, control room, and inverter room foundations.
- Mechanical Quality
- MMS & Trackers: Lead QA/QC for MMS and tracker installation, including torque marking of fasteners and verifying galvanisation thickness to prevent corrosion.
- Module Handling: Ensure proper First-Off article inspections and monitor for micro-cracks or hotspots using EL (Electroluminescence) testing or thermal imaging.
- Mounting Accuracy: Audit the tilt angle, orientation, and shadow-free spacing as per the PVSyst or HelioScope design specifications
- Electrical Quality
- DC/AC Infrastructure: Verify cable sizing, UV protection for outdoor wiring, and proper termination in String Combiner Boxes (SCB) and Inverters.
- System Testing: Oversee core electrical tests, including Insulation Resistance (IR), continuity, polarity, and open-circuit voltage (Voc).
- Earthing & Lightning Protection: Ensure earth resistance is within limits and verify the continuity of the entire earthing network, including lightning arresters.
- Commissioning: Manage Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for transformers and inverters, Manage Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for transformers and inverters, ensuring grid synchronization and performance ratio (PR) verification
Required Training & Certifications
A candidate at this seniority level should possess a combination of the following international and national credentials:
- Quality Management Systems (QMS):
- ISO 9001:2015: Certified Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor for Quality Management.
- ISO 14001 & ISO 45001: Training in Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety Management.
- Technical Certifications:
- Solar PV Project Management (NISE/MNRE): Certification from the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) or Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ).
- Master Trainer (Suryamitra): Highly preferred for senior roles involving site team leadership.
- Electrical Safety/Contractor License: Valid license from State Electrical Licensing Boards.
- Specialized Technical Training:
- IEC Standards: Deep understanding of IEC 61215 (Module Performance), IEC 61730 (Safety), and IEC 62446 (Testing & Documentation).
- NDT Level-II: Proficiency in Non-Destructive Testing (UT, RT, MPT, PT) for structural integrity.
- Solar Software: Training in PVSyst, HelioScope, or AutoCAD for design verification
Preferred Skills
- Expertise in HT/LT systems, switchgear, and grid connectivity requirements.
- Proven track record in managing MW-scale utility projects/Roof Top Projects (50+ MW preferred).
- Strong knowledge of BIS standards (IS 14286) and MNRE/ALMM compliance
Work Experience
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering.
- 1015 years of experience in Solar EPC / Renewable Energy projects.
- Minimum 5+ years in a quality leadership role in rooftop solar projects.
- Strong knowledge of rooftop solar design, installation standards, and testing procedures.
- Familiarity with MNRE guidelines, IEC standards, and relevant safety codes.
- Experience in multi-site project quality management.
