Electrical Quality Surveillance Engineer - Transformers; Energy

United Kingdom

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WSP is seeking an experienced Electrical Quality Surveillance Engineer with a strong background in power and distribution transformers to support major transmission, distribution, renewable energy and power generation projects across the UK and internationally.

This role focuses on ensuring the quality, compliance and successful delivery of critical transformer assets through supplier quality assurance, manufacturing surveillance, factory inspections and testing activities. The successful candidate will work directly with transformer manufacturers, utilities, developers, OEMs and EPC contractors to help safeguard some of the energy sector's most important infrastructure investments.

• Perform quality surveillance of transformer manufacturing activities at supplier facilities.
• Witness and report on key hold points, inspections and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
• Review quality documentation, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), manufacturing procedures and test records.
• Conduct supplier and quality management system audits.
• Monitor compliance with client specifications, IEC, IEEE and industry standards.
• Identify, track and close non-conformances and quality issues.
• Provide technical quality support during transformer transportation, installation and commissioning activities.
• Produce clear inspection reports and communicate findings to clients and project teams.
• Support supplier qualification and performance improvement initiatives.

You will have demonstrable experience in the manufacture, inspection, testing or quality assurance of power transformers and high-voltage electrical equipment.

• Power transformer manufacturing, testing or quality assurance.
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and witness inspection experience.
• Transformer components including cores, windings, insulation systems, tanks, bushings and tap changers.
• Supplier quality surveillance and auditing.
• Interpretation of engineering drawings, specifications and test documentation.
• Working knowledge of IEC, IEEE and utility standards.
• Transformer refurbishment and life extension projects.
• HV substations and associated electrical equipment.
• Renewable energy, transmission or distribution projects.
• Site installation and commissioning oversight.
• Lead Auditor qualification or equivalent quality certification.

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