Equipment Quality Program Manager - Electrical

Overview

It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader.

We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

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Equipment Quality Program Manager will strengthen our Data Center Engineering & Construction team. Our data centers rely on our equipment supply chain being of the utmost quality. This role will lead our equipment quality program, define standards and quality processes, and lead a team to administer this program throughout our new and expanding vendor portfolio. This position will oversee quality standards and first-of-kind commissioning of equipment throughout the manufacturing process to ensure our projects are delivered on time and meet our standards globally.

• Expand and complete setting up our Equipment Quality Program, as well as establish quality metrics focused on vendor equipment manufacturing, using these metrics to improve project reliability and startup.
• Work with QTS Engineering & Operations to recommend changes to equipment to meet our standards of operation or safety.
• QTS BOD Compliance to ensure that equipment is manufactured to correct specifications.
• Lead teams to solve issues identified by the metrics.
• Guide and develop vendor inspection of factory quality and FOK commissioning teams, ensuring alignment with our standards.
• Work with construction management to create and maintain standards and processes that help projects run smoothly and keep teams communicating effectively.
• Build a team to serve as the main points of contact for vendors, ensuring they meet QTS’s quality & QTS BOD expectations.
• Train team members and vendors on quality processes for equipment manufacturing.
• Handle quality problems by collaborating with design, procurement, and operations teams to keep projects on track.
• Regularly assess quality practices to ensure they meet our standards (at manufacturing sites and job sites).
• Conduct audits on design documents and quality records to ensure compliance with our requirements.
• Update and improve quality documents such as checklists and test plans to fit modular construction projects.
• Address project issues by implementing corrective actions.
• Review QTS commissioning plans and provide input to align with project goals.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete and accurate before handover.
• Oversee equipment tests to confirm they meet our standards.
• Maintain detailed records of tests and commissioning activities.

• At least 5 years of experience in QA/QC, commissioning, or equipment manufacturing or engineering roles, specifically around MEP equipment. Data Center experience is a plus, but deep equipment knowledge is primary.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of equipment manufacturing processes and systems.
• Experience leading QA/QC processes and teams.
• Skilled at managing relationships with manufacturers,…