Role: QC (Quality Control) Engineer | Ref.: 1122-ADVT-GFS-TZ-ELE-QC Engineer | EITS Contractor: Electrical & Instrumentation Scope on the EACOP Project

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Summary

The Quality Control (QC) Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all electrical and mechanical works on the EACOP project comply with Schneider Electric’s quality standards, contract specifications, and applicable international codes.

Location: Muleba | Singida

Responsibilities

  • Review and implement project-specific ITPs for electrical and mechanical
  • Conduct routine inspections and surveillance of ongoing installation
  • Verify conformity of installed equipment and materials against drawings and technical
  • Ensure material traceability, equipment certifications, and storage conditions are documented and compliant.
  • Raise, track, and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and ensure effective implementation of corrective actions.
  • Participate in inspections with the client, construction team, and third parties as
  • Witness and document FAT, SAT, insulation resistance tests, contact resistance, primary/secondary injection, etc.
  • Support preparation of handover documentation including test reports, quality dossiers, redlines, and as-built
  • Report on quality KPIs and contribute to weekly site quality
  • Coordinate with site supervisors and engineers to ensure workmanship aligns with Schneider Electric standards.

Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • Certification in QA/QC or ISO 9001 (e.g., Lead Auditor, ASQ).
  • Experience on international oil & gas or energy infrastructure
  • Fluency in English required; French or Swahili is an asset

Requirements

  • 4–6 years in QA/QC roles on infrastructure or energy projects, preferably in oil & gas or EPC environments

Industry Exposure

  • Experience with QA/QC on HV/MV substations, electrical installations, or utility- scale projects is preferred.

Characteristics

Technical Tool/Software Proficiency

  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Quality management platforms (e.g., Procore, Aconex, or custom QC systems)
  • Document control and inspection tracking tools

Technical Skills

  • Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures for electrical equipment and
  • Familiarity with IEC, ISO 9001, and other quality
  • Knowledge of FAT/SAT protocols, cable testing, busbar inspections, and switchgear QA procedures.
  • Proficiency in interpreting drawings, test reports, method statements, and
  • Experience with punch list management, material submittals, and quality records doc

Personal Attributes

  • Detail-oriented with strong documentation
  • Assertive in enforcing quality requirements on-site.
  • Effective communicator across technical and non-technical
  • Organized and reliable in tracking deliverables and follow-ups.
  • Committed to quality assurance and continuous

Performance Measurement (KPIs)

  • Number of NCRs raised and resolved
  • Test compliance rate per ITP
  • On-time closure of quality punch list items
  • Handover documentation completeness and accuracy
  • Client inspection acceptance rate

Work Conditions

  • Site-based role across various EACOP substations and installation zones in and Uganda
  • Exposure to outdoor and indoor conditions, including high temperatures and dusty
  • Full PPE required; must comply with Schneider Electric and project HSE
  • May involve extended hours during testing and handover

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Electric Utilities: 4 Years

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Engineering: 4 Years

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