Electrical Quality Control Manager

Company Summary

Stellar Energy provides state-of-the-art solutions customers build in for optimized energy performance now; and in the preparation for the energy needs of tomorrow. In business for 25 years, we’ve delivered added energy efficiency and capacity to customers in more than 15 countries. More dispatchable power. Increased LNG production. Greater Data Center efficiency and lower costs. Hyperscale deployment at the best possible speed to first megawatt. All delivered with the lower emissions required to support our partners’ unique sustainability objectives.

Stellar Energy specializes in a wide range of engineering and manufacturing solutions within the energy sector including turbine inlet air chilling, central utility plants, district cooling, combined heat & power systems, thermal energy storage, inlet air heating, data center chilling, and inlet air chilling for LNG facilities. Additionally, our expertise extends to start-up & commissioning, system health analysis, services, and training. Our in-house team of skilled engineers and dedicated tradespeople are the reason we are the global leader in customized solutions. Stellar Energy strives to add value to today’s energy infrastructure, achieving secure, affordable, and sustainable energy that will help to create a responsible energy economy.

Summary/Objective

 As a member of the Stellar Energy Quality Team, the Electrical Quality Control Manager is responsible to work as part of Manufacturing Team to provide the quality supervision during design, procurement, fabrication and test activities on Stellar Energy projects. The major objective of the position is to lead and manage day-to-day quality activities to assure the Stellar Energy manufactured modules meet project delivery goals. The Electrical Quality Control Manager also responsible for maintaining the Stellar Energy Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure overall ISO compliance.

Essential Functions

• Harmonize and improve wiring manufacturing processes across all production facilities
• Work closely with electrical design engineering teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability
• Coordinate pilot programs to test new manufacturing processes, equipment, or technologies, then drive adoption of successful initiatives
• Provide technical guidance, support, and quality assurance oversight for the Electrical Manufacturing team
• Collaborate with operations and manufacturing teams to identify bottlenecks, implement process improvements, and align engineering and manufacturing goals
• Offer hands-on technical support to production teams to quickly resolve issues and minimize downtime
• Regularly inspect equipment and processes on the factory floor, following up as needed
• Develop and maintain manufacturing guidelines for electrical processes
• Partner with cross-functional teams including quality assurance, new product development, and R&D to ensure smooth integration of design and manufacturing
• Conduct root cause investigations and aid quality teams
• Track and report on key performance metrics related to process improvements, production efficiency, and design accuracy
• Investigate customer complaints regarding quality and make appropriate corrections.
• Develop, improve, and review new specifications and procedures for products or processes, along with training staff.
• Ensuring legal obligations are followed and ensuring compliance with regulatory, with health and safety guidelines.
• Overseeing product development procedures to identify any deviations from quality standards.
• Inspecting final output, compare to requirements, and approve or reject final products.
• Formulate and maintain quality control objectives and coordinate objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other managers to maximize quality and reliability and to minimize costs.
• Develops and implements methods and procedures for monitoring work activities, such as preparation of records of statistical analysis, progress reports, etc., to inform management of status or work activities.
• Trains staff, evaluates employee performance, and recommends promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action.
• Interprets/enforces company Quality Policy, process, and procedures to employees 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

• Technical Capacity with attention to detail
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Team builder/leadership attributes
• Strong decision making 
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written 
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Time management
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in electrical schematics, wiring design, and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations
• Highly detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy
• Adaptable to new challenges and able to drive change in a fast-paced environment
• Committed to achieving measurable results

Supervisory Responsibility

 The position is responsible to manage and direct Electrical Quality Control Inspectors at each location with day-to-day activities.

Work Environment

 Most work is performed in an office environment. Support Manufacturing with necessary quality processes, which may require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory head protection.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must also be able to climb a ladder.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

 This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

 Some occasional local day travel may also be necessary.

Required Education and Experience

• 4-year college degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience optimizing electrical manufacturing processes
• At least 2 years in a leadership role managing a team of manufacturing engineers
• Knowledge of quality system, process control, and control tool, etc.
• Knowledge with selection and technical requirement of general mechanical equipment including pumps, chillers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, etc.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience optimizing electrical manufacturing processes

Work Authorization

 Must be authorized to work in USA. 

Other Duties

 Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

• Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.