Electrical QC Engineer

You are an experienced Electrical Quality / QC Engineer looking to take the lead on major power and renewable energy projects across Ireland. Joining a progressive engineering contractor with a strong pipeline of work for the next 5 years, you will oversee inspection and testing activities, manage quality processes from pre-construction to handover, and ensure all installations meet the highest technical and regulatory standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical QC Engineer who wants to work with a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team, contribute to industry-leading energy projects, and progress their career through structured development and support.

For full details, contact Ryan at ryan@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345

Electrical QC Engineer – Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or an Electrical trade qualification.
  
  
• 5 years’ experience in quality management within the engineering or construction sectors.
  
  
• Experience in HV/MV substations, transmission & distribution, or cable jointing (advantageous).
  
  
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and quality procedures relevant to power and energy projects.
  
  
• Experience leading root-cause analysis and implementing corrective/preventative actions.
  
  
• ISO9001 auditor certification or similar quality accreditation (desirable).
  
  
• Strong communication and reporting skills with excellent attention to detail.
  
  
• Ability to coordinate with engineering, operations, planning, EHS and commissioning teams.
  
  
• Strong organisational ability with a proactive approach to quality, safety and compliance.
  
  
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Ireland.
  
  

As an Electrical QC Engineer, you will:

• Lead by example in promoting a strong culture of safety, quality and teamwork onsite.
  
  
• Develop, maintain and monitor Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), checklists and quality documentation.
  
  
• Manage and track test packs from initial planning through to final handover.
  
  
• Define system boundaries and ensure testing requirements, documentation and verification processes are clearly outlined and adhered to.
  
  
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, commissioning, EHS and client teams to ensure seamless quality control across all project stages.
  
  
• Implement digital quality tools, QR code tracking and data integrity processes across project platforms.
  
  
• Monitor calibration of instruments, testing equipment and project-specific tools.
  
  
• Track snags/issues and drive close-out to maintain project quality and reporting accuracy.
  
  
• Review first-of-kind installations, monitor progress and ensure compliance with technical standards.
  
  
• Support root-cause analysis, corrective actions and lessons-learned workshops with project teams and supply chain partners.
  
  
• Promote continuous improvement and recognise exceptional quality performance onsite.
  
  
• Prepare and compile digital and/or hard-copy QA packs for final project turnover.
  
  

The Package You Can Expect:

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
  
  
• Long-term career development opportunities with an established contractor.
  
  
• Strong project pipeline within the power, utilities and renewables sector.
  
  
• Supportive team environment with mentoring and progression routes.
  
  
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, technically complex engineering projects.
  
  

Interviews are taking place now. If you’re interested in this role, click apply to send your CV to ryan@breaghrecruitment.com or call 00353 (0)1 531 4345.

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