Location: Anywhere in the US as long as commutable to a major airport
Travel: 30% - 50% to project sites, otherwise remote
The Product Quality Engineer (PQE) supports the Product Quality Manager by executing project-level quality assurance activities for utility-scale BESS projects, with a strong emphasis on Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and supplier quality oversight.
This role is a hands-on individual contributor responsible for planning, performing, witnessing, and monitoring FATs at OEM and supplier facilities to verify that critical BESS equipment meets contractual, technical, and quality requirements prior to shipment. In addition to FAT execution, the PQE performs field inspections, monitors equipment deliveries and installation activities, identifies and documents non- conformances, and supports corrective action resolution during construction, installation, and commissioning phases.
The PQE plays a critical role in early defect detection and risk mitigation by validating product quality at the factory level and ensuring civil, mechanical, and electrical installations meet On.Energy, contractual, and industry standards before mechanical completion and commissioning.
Job Description:
Plan, perform, witness, and monitor Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and in-process inspections at OEM and supplier facilities for BESS equipment including batteries, PCS/inverters, transformers, switchgear, EMS, and auxiliary systems
Review and approve FAT procedures, test scripts, and acceptance criteria in alignment with contractual and technical requirements
Identify, document, and track FAT-related non-conformances and deviations; support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions prior to shipment
Coordinate and oversee third-party inspectors at vendor facilities when required
Perform on-site quality inspections for BESS projects during construction, installation, and commissioning
Support receiving inspections, delivery verification, and installation surveillance
Verify compliance with drawings, specifications, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and Project Quality Management Plans
Identify, document, and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) in accordance with On.Energy procedures
Verify effectiveness of corrective actions prior to mechanical completion and handover
Complete inspection reports, FAT reports, checklists, and quality documentation accurately and on time
Maintain project quality records and digital inspection platforms
Provide timely quality status updates, metrics, and supplier performance feedback
Interface directly with EPC contractors, OEMs, and suppliers on quality matters
Execute project quality processes aligned with ISO 9001 and PDCA methodology
Promote a strong quality and safety culture at all times and work locations
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Quality Engineering (or related technical field)
5+ years of experience in quality engineering within the energy, power, or renewable industries
Direct experience performing or leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for electrical or power equipment
Hands-on experience with electrical power systems used in BESS projects
Working knowledge of ISO 9001, NCR management, RCA, and CAPA processes
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, civil plans, and technical specifications
Willingness to travel up to 75% to domestic and international supplier and project sites
Strong communication and technical documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience with Tier 1 BESS OEMs and EPC contractors
Familiarity with UL 9540 / 9540A, UL 1973, IEEE 1547, NEC, IEC standards
Experience using digital inspection platforms and NCR tracking tools
Electrical certifications or commissioning experience
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- Dice Id: 91137134
- Position Id: 13854a8c5972f396e0569a62c0851a88
- Posted 3 hours ago
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