Quality Expert – Mechanical Engineer

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At Elite Steels Pvt. Ltd, operating under the trusted brand Elite Cranes — Perfect Lifting Solutions, we don’t just manufacture cranes—we engineer the backbone of India’s industrial strength. With a proud legacy of 34+ years, we lead as one of India’s foremost providers of EOT Cranes, Electromagnets and specialised lifting equipment.

Our cutting-edge solutions power operations in 7+ key industries, serving over 800 satisfied clients with more than 3700 products delivered—each crafted for precision, reliability and safety.

Join us to be part of a team dedicated to excellence, innovation and shaping the future of industrial lifting.

Position: Quality Expert – Mechanical Engineer
Location: Faridabad, Haryana
Experience: 5–10 Years
Industry Preference: EOT Cranes (Electric Overhead Traveling Cranes), Rolling Mills, Heavy Fabrication, Material Handling Equipment

About the Role:

We’re hiring a Quality Expert with a strong mechanical engineering background to lead quality assurance and control in our EOT crane and heavy fabrication operations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in welding, fabrication, testing and inspection, with a proven track record of driving product excellence in a heavy engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Planning & Documentation

• Develop and manage Quality Control Plans (QCP), Quality Assurance Plans (QAP), Inspection & Test Plans (ITP) and all quality documentation as per ISO and customer requirements.
• Ensure alignment with project specifications, IS/DIN standards and regulatory compliance.

Material & Incoming Inspection

• Inspect raw materials and critical components (steel plates, sections, motors, gearboxes, etc.) against Material Test Certificates (MTCs) and engineering specifications.
• Ensure traceability of materials and compliance with supplier quality standards.

Fabrication & In-Process Inspection

• Conduct stage-wise inspections during fabrication, machining, welding and assembly of crane structures such as girders, end carriages, trolleys, hooks and rope drums.
• Verify cutting, fit-up, alignment, dimensional accuracy, tolerances and surface finish as per fabrication drawings.
• Ensure correct usage of jigs/fixtures for maintaining accuracy and minimize distortion during fabrication.

Welding Quality Assurance

• Approve and monitor Welding Procedure Specification (WPS), Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) and Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ) documentation.
• Oversee welding activities MIG(Metal Inert Gas welding), SMAW(Shielded Metal Arc Welding), SAW(Submerged Arc Welding) and ensure compliance with visual inspection and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods such as Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Penetrant Testing (PT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT).
• Coordinate with qualified welders and third-party inspectors for critical welds.

Final Inspection & Testing

• Carry out functional testing, static & dynamic load testing and final inspection of EOT cranes as per IS (Indian Standards) 4137, IS 3177, IS 807 and relevant DIN (Deutsches Institut für Normung) standards.
• Document inspection and test results and issue compliance certifications.

Customer & TPI Coordination

• Coordinate with clients and Third-Party Inspection (TPI) agencies during all stages of fabrication and quality inspection.
• Ensure smooth documentation handover and resolve quality queries or deviations.

Non-Conformance & RCA

• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and minimize recurring issues through process improvements.

Supplier Quality Assurance

• Audit and evaluate vendors supplying fabricated parts, bought-out mechanical items, and electrical components.
• Implement incoming inspection protocols and drive vendor quality improvement initiatives.

Continuous Improvement & Training

• Promote quality best practices through 5S, Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing initiatives on the shop floor.
• Train operators, welders and inspectors on fabrication QA, welding standards and inspection methods.

Candidate Requirements

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7–10 years of experience in quality assurance/control within EOT cranes, heavy fabrication, or rolling mills.
• Proficient in welding inspection, fabrication QA, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), mechanical testing and NDT techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of IS(Indian Standards) /ISO(International Organization for Standardization) /DIN(Deutsches Institut für Normung) standards, fabrication drawings and quality documentation.
• Hands-on experience with customer audits, TPI(Third-Party Inspection) coordination and ISO 9001 QMS (Quality Management System).

Preferred Certifications

• ASNT (American Society for Non destructive Testing) Level II – UT(Ultrasonic Testing) , RT(Radiographic Testing), PT(Penetrant Testing), MT(Magnetic Particle Testing)
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Additional Skills (Good to Have)

• Familiarity with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person