Principal Quality Control Engineer

Advisory Engineer

Working Title:

Project Engineer

Location: Aiken, SC (100% on-site)

Pay Rate: $110–$120/hr

Contract: 1-year base with two (2) 1-year option periods

Work Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM EST

Clearance: DOE “Q” (ability to obtain)

We are recruiting on behalf of a prime contractor supporting Savannah River Site (SRS) for a Principal Quality Control Engineer, working title Electrical / I&C Inspector. The position supports construction quality on the SPD/K-PuMP project and is responsible for supervising and directing quality control engineers who perform inspections and surveillance in support of project work and maintenance activities.

In this role you will provide quality control support to construction management, direct personnel to implement quality requirements and accurately status results, and establish priorities that support construction and operations needs. The working title reflects the technical focus of the assignment: developing and executing Quality Control Inspection Plans for electrical and instrumentation and controls (I&C) scope.

• Supervise and direct quality control engineers assigned to perform inspections and surveillance supporting project work and maintenance activities.
• Develop, revise, and perform peer reviews of Quality Control Inspection Plans for electrical and I&C scope, in accordance with design output documents, codes, and standards.
• Perform field inspections in accordance with Quality Control Inspection Plans, document results on the applicable inspection records, and issue Non-Conformance Reports as required.
• Review product and process compliance with specified drawings, specifications, and other requirements through inspection and review of supplied materials and equipment.
• Establish priorities that support construction and operations needs, and resolve complex problems arising during implementation of quality activities by coordinating with internal and external departments.
• Review and approve subcontractor quality procedures and monitor adherence to those procedures.
• Prepare quality procedures to ensure proper inspection, testing, and surveillance activities are performed.
• Coordinate the activities of assigned quality control engineers with other construction departments to ensure construction complies with site specifications and standards.
• Prepare comprehensive status reports for construction quality activities and participate in contract discussions relating to quality activities.
• Provide effective quality training programs, ensure assigned personnel are qualified for assigned tasks, and prepare performance evaluations of assigned personnel.
• Provide leadership that promotes efficient performance, safe work habits, timely exchange of information, and commitment to site policies.

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and at least 8–10 years of practical experience in construction inspection or a related area. Equivalents considered: an Associate’s degree and 10–12 years of practical experience, or a high school diploma and 12–16 years of practical experience. Well developed organizational and supervisory skills and good communication talents are required. Certification in areas of responsibility is required, with ongoing programmatic training per the requirements of the project quality program.

• Well developed organizational and supervisory skills and good communication talents are required.
• Prior work experience working under an ASME NQA-1 quality program.
• Prior DOE work experience.
• Ability to foster a work environment that promotes safety, quality, openness, trust, communication, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.

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