Quality Manager - Europe
9 hours ago
Madrid
ppbElectric Hydrogen /b’s mission is to make molecules to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people are our most important asset and will allow us to deliver hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, at prices below fossil fuels. /p pWe are seeking a Quality Manager to develop our plant quality programs and lead quality execution for our European electrolysis plant projects. In this role, you will be responsible for building and managing quality systems, processes, and personnel that support successful project delivery from product development through fabrication, construction, commissioning, and customer handover. You will partner closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Project Delivery teams to ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction across our European projects. /p pThis role is based in Europe and reports to the VP, Product Engineering. /p h3Primary Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead quality activities throughout the full lifecycle of product development, procurement, fabrication, construction, and project delivery /li liDevelop and manage quality processes, procedures, and programs to support successful project execution /li liBuild, contract, and manage quality personnel and third‑party inspection resources to support procurement, fabrication, and construction activities /li liDevelop Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and establish quality hold points throughout fabrication, manufacturing, and construction processes /li liProvide quality leadership and oversight during project construction activities /li liDeliver quality updates and project quality reporting to internal stakeholders and customers /li liOwn the non‑conformance management process, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation /li liPartner with Supply Chain to build, maintain, and continuously improve the Approved Vendor List (AVL) /li liEvaluate suppliers for ISO 9001, ISO 3834-2, and other applicable certifications required for hydrogen and oxygen service equipment /li liReview and approve fabricator drawings, weld maps, material lists, and manufacturing documentation for compliance with project specifications, codes, and customer requirements /li liDevelop project‑specific quality requirements and quality clauses for inclusion in supplier contracts and purchase orders /li liCoordinate PED 2014/68/EU conformity assessments with notified bodies /li liOwn project EU Technical Files and issue EU Declarations of Conformity /li liDevelop and approve FAT and SAT procedures and lead Factory Acceptance Testing activities at supplier facilities /li liResolve punch‑list items and quality issues prior to shipment /li liReview and approve packaging, preservation, and transportation documentation /li liOwn End‑of‑Manufacturing Record Books and ensure compliance with PED and project requirements /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline; Master’s degree preferred /li li10+ years of quality experience supporting fabrication, manufacturing, industrial equipment, or project development environments /li li4+ years of experience in a Quality Manager, Lead Quality Engineer, or equivalent leadership role /li liDemonstrated experience leading quality teams, inspectors, contractors, and third‑party quality resources /li liExperience developing, implementing, and improving quality programs and quality management systems /li liProven track record of successful quality execution across multiple projects within Europe, including concurrent project support /li liExperience working with module fabricators and manufacturing partners throughout Europe /li liStrong understanding of supplier qualification, auditing, inspection, and quality assurance processes /li liCollaborative approach to building relationships across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, project delivery, and customer teams /li liFluent English required /li liBusiness‑level Spanish or German preferred /li liWillingness and ability to travel 40–60% during fabrication, inspection, and Factory Acceptance Testing phases /li liEurope‑based with proximity to major fabrication and manufacturing hubs preferred /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liExperience supporting hydrogen, industrial gas, chemical processing, renewable energy, oil and gas, or other highly regulated industrial systems /li liExperience leading PED conformity assessments and CE marking activities /li liFamiliarity with pressure equipment, welded assemblies, and hydrogen service equipment /li liProfessional certifications such as CQE, Lead Auditor, Welding Inspector, or equivalent /li /ul h3Relevant Standards and Regulatory Knowledge /h3 pCandidates should have experience with, or familiarity with, the following standards, regulations, and industry practices: /p ul liISO 9001 /li liISO 3834-2 /li liPED 2014/68/EU /li liATEX 2014/34/EU /li liMachinery Directive 2006/42/EC and EU 2023/1230 /li liLow Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU /li liEMC Directive 2014/30/EU /li liASME BPVC Sections II, V, VIII (Divisions 1 and 2), and IX /li liEN 13445 /li liEN 13480 /li liAD 2000-Merkblatt /li liPIP VEDV/VESV/VEFV standards /li liWelding qualifications including WPS, PQR, and WPQ /li liHydrogen‑service welding controls /li liAustenitic ferrite control and dissimilar metal welding /li liNACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 /li liNDE acceptance criteria including ASME V, EN ISO 17636, EN ISO 17640, EN ISO 23279, and EN ISO 5817 /li liAPI 941 /li liISO 11114 /li liISO 22734 /li liISO 19880 /li liEIGA standards and IGC Doc 121 /li /ul pActual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job‑related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience. /p pBase salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. We feel strongly that our team should not have to worry about having quality healthcare. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive: /p ul lian equity grant /li litime off programs /li lia $75/month cell phone allowance /li lia 4% employer 401(k) match /li liaccess to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term long‑term disability plans /li lia discretionary bonus /li /ul pElectric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements. /p pElectric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr