Job Description

Working at CorPower Ocean you will be part of a world class team, determined to make big impact. We are on a mission to bring reliable and competitive wave energy to the world. We offer a high degree of autonomy and flexibility, combined with great personal responsibility. CorPower Ocean is a global leader in wave energy, with a technology that has shown game-changing performance. Your work will contribute to the global transition to renewable energy by unlocking one of the largest untapped sources of clean energy on earth.

Role:

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Quality Engineer to play a pivotal role in our Quality Team. Based at our facility in Viana do Castelo, you will take responsibility for maintaining and evolving our ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS), while providing critical quality assurance support to our composite manufacturing operations.

This role bridges the gap between structured standards compliance and hands-on shop floor quality engineering, ensuring our high-performance composite components meet the highest industrial and certification standards.

Responsibilities:

QMS & ISO 9001 Management:

• Maintain and update QMS documentation to ensure continuous compliance with ISO 9001 standards.

• Assist in ISO 9001 processes, including internal audits, corrective/preventive actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Prepare comprehensive documentation and reports for third-party certification bodies (e.g., DNV) and other external stakeholders.

Composite Manufacturing Quality Assurance:

• Develop, improve, and maintain quality documentation, including inspection and test plans for prototypes, composite materials, and final product acceptance.

• Ensure manufacturing documentation clearly defines all quality criteria for manufacturing process and product such as work instructions, manufacturing protocols, and quality checklists.

• Perform inspection and qualification of internally manufactured parts and final assemblies throughout all stages of production and assist on inspections/First Acceptance Tests of parts manufactured on external suppliers.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Procurement, Production, and Project Management teams to ensure overall project and quality objectives are met.

Skills and qualifications:

• Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline, physical science or proven professional equivalent experience in quality assurance of large and complex composite structures.

• At least 2 years of experience within quality assurance roles.

• Composite Knowledge: In-depth understanding of testing, inspection methods, and common quality issues specific to composite parts and structures (Sandwich construction knowledge is a strong plus).

• Material Characterization: Familiarity with the thermal and mechanical testing of composite materials (e.g., DSC, tensile, compression, or shear testing).

• Documentation: Proven ability to write clear technical documents for prototype qualification, including test protocols, test reports, and end-to-end product traceability documentation.

• Language: Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required, as you will interface with international stakeholders and certification bodies.
  

As a person, you

• are striving for excellence, put quality into everything you do

• are self-motivated and hate to waste time

• always search for the most sustainable solutions to difficult problems

• love to learn new things, and take pride in constantly developing your skills

• are persistent, knowing it takes stamina to reach pioneering goals

• see your tasks through to completion

• are comfortable in presenting your solutions internally and externally

• are data driven and strive to always back your points with a solid research

• are comfortable to work and maintain continuously a good relationship with external stakeholders.

Benefits include:

• 5 extra days of vacation

• Meal card for the maximum non-taxable amount

• Health Insurance

• Company mobile phone and laptop

• Flexible working hours