Project Quality Engineer

Our client is looking for a Projects Quality Engineer to join their team on a contract opportunity in Spencerville, ON.

Key Responsibilities

Execute and monitor all project quality work at a utility‑scale battery energy storage construction site. This field‑based role oversees both civil construction activities and electrical trenching and installation to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards. The Project Quality Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing the Project's Site‑Specific Quality Plan (SSQP) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), tracking root‑cause analysis (RCA) of any quality issues, and communicating solutions developed and lessons learned. This individual serves as a point of contact for coordination with owner representatives, EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, O&M service providers and CS e‑Storage team members. Strong dedication to achieving quality objectives, knowledge of civil works and electrical installation, and the ability to work under pressure and tight timelines are highly valued in this position.

Essential Duties

• Develop, execute, and review the ProjectSite Specific QualityPlan (SSQP) and the Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) with internal project team members and external suppliers and contractors to meet clients' contractual requirements and expectations.
• Plan, execute, and monitor all aspects of project quality assurance activities at different project phases. Answerquality questionnaires, understand contractual quality requirements, create, and review Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), conduct quality audits and RCA.
• Lead and facilitate the generation of lessons learnedfrom past projectsand their implementation in future projects for continuous improvement in project quality.
• Identify and track qualityIssues/observations/non-compliances,document and communicate their resolutions in accordance with the contractual requirements and the SSQP.
• Coordinate with and supportengineering, project execution, and O&M teams in resolving equipment problems and proactively preventing performance issues. Assist commercial, procurement and legal teams with quality-related tasks.
• Implement and update projectquality management system(PQMS) according to ISO standards to meet the ever-evolving BESS business development and project quality needs.
• Oversee on-site civil construction quality—fire access routes, grading and drainage, erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management—to ensure compliance with design and codes.
• Monitor quality of electrical trenching and installation: verify trench excavation, bedding and compaction, conduit placement, cable separation, and warning tape installation.
• Managing complete and accuracy of quality records, including inspection/test reports, material certificates, punch list tracking and archival of documents for traceability.
• Conduct punch list walk-downs, document open items, coordinate corrective actions, and ensure closure before handover.
• Cultivate and exemplify a quality culture that focuses on awareness of personal impacts, openness, and willingness to learn and get bettertogether, doing things safely and right the first time, and promoting continuous improvement in everything we do at CS e-Storage.
• Travel within US, Canada,Europe, Australia, and other locations where business requires with short notice in weekends or overnight. Work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Director and the management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in quality disciplines, engineering, project management, or similar subject areas.
• Proven track records in project quality with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in the renewable energy industry or automotive industry.
• Capable of conducting RCA and trackingits progress to completion and driving suppliersfor temporary containment and permanent corrective actions.
• Hands-on experience in qualityplanning, quality assurance, quality control,
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., Ontario Building Code,NFPA 855, and MECP stormwater guidelines).
• Proficiency in construction quality documentation and document control systems, and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, functionand O&M of inverters, transformers, or lithium-ion battery products; willing and able to learn new subjects and skills.
• Good at developing/maintaining fruitfulrelationships and working effectively with global cross- functional cross-cultural colleagues, customers, suppliers, and contractors on quality matters.
• Able to distill and deliver clear and succinctmessages tailored for different audiences.
• Have a deep drive to get results and complete tasksto successfully and timely achieve deliverables in a fast-paced business environment.
• Able to remain productive and get things done in ahybrid work environment with excellent focus and time management skills under minimum supervision.
• A positive, resilient, dedicated, flexible and dependable individual, highly motivated self-starter, good communicator, and resourceful team player.