WTG – Quality Engineer

WTG Quality Engineer needed for a Major Offshore Wind project in Germany.

Responsibilities:

• Support the WTG QE (Portfolio) to ensure contractual and employer requirements are implemented by contractors.
• Review, assess, and approve quality documentation from suppliers and manufacturers.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute Quality Control (QC) activities for WTG components including blades and sub-components.
• Lead and manage day-to-day activities of Quality Inspectors.
• Oversee and monitor supply chain performance to ensure compliance with standards and project requirements.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and quality surveillance in line with ITPs and Project Quality Plans.
• Capture all inspections, progress, and non-conformities in clients quality inspection app.
• Evaluate inspection reports, findings, and quality trends.
• Initiate, log, and manage Non-Conformity (NC) reports and corrective/preventive actions.
• Maintain an auditable trail of all quality activities and associated documentation.
• Recommend appropriate resolutions for NCs, including concessions, and manage acceptance/rejection.
• Escalate critical quality issues to the Quality Manager.
• Support claims processes and solutions for quality-related issues.
• Collate as-built, installation, and supporting quality records required for Commercial Operation.
• Produce weekly quality and progress reports.
• Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Support compliance with project certification requirements (VGB, European Directives).
• Travel to supplier locations as required and perform other QA/QC tasks as directed.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years’ QA/QC experience within WTG manufacturing or offshore wind.
• Strong understanding of WTG manufacturing processes, including blades and sub-components.
• Knowledge of WTG fabricators, supply chains, and marketplace performance.
• Strong experience coordinating and managing Quality Inspectors.
• Good understanding of WTG quality requirements, risks, and applicable standards.
• Experience with Inspection & Test Plans, Project Quality Plans, and Quality Surveillance Programs.
• Experience monitoring contractor and supply chain compliance.
• Understanding of Project Certification requirements (VGB, European Directives).
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• High IT literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Degree in Mechanical or Energy Engineering, or HNC/equivalent apprenticeship background (fabrication/assembly preferred).
• Experience in WTG manufacture, assembly, and installation.
• APQP4Wind experience (preferred).
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor qualification.
• CQI membership or equivalent.
• Full driving licence.
• Required HSE training or willingness to obtain: Full GWO, HUET, Working at Heights, Fire Awareness, First Aid.
• Must have right to work in Germany/EU (UK nationals need visa/residence permit).
• Able to work hybrid from Hamburg; no expenses for commuting to base location; travel expenses only per in-country policy.