Sr. Quality Control Engineer

Job-:
Engineering Project Execution

Location:

Houston, TX, United States Workplace:
On-site

Schedule:

Full time

The Sr. Quality Control Engineer would provide support in all areas of pipeline and facility construction inspection, to be a technical resource to the company in support in the construction of major projects.  Qualifications

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, quality management, or a related technical discipline; an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Relevant experience in project quality assurance, construction quality, supplier quality, or quality management systems.

Working knowledge of quality planning, auditing, inspection documentation, nonconformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective action.

Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, procedures, contracts, and applicable codes and standards.

Experience conducting documented audits and tracking findings through resolution.

Strong analytical, technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines while maintaining objective, evidence-based judgment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using document management, reporting, or quality tracking systems.

Willingness and ability to travel to project sites and supplier facilities as required.

Experience supporting major capital projects in energy, pipeline, industrial facilities, or a related sector.

Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management principles and ISO 19011 auditing guidance.

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), ISO 9001 auditor training, or a comparable qualification.

Experience with project stage-gate reviews and lifecycle quality assurance.

Familiarity with fabrication, welding and NDE, coatings, mechanical and piping installation, rotating equipment, or other relevant construction disciplines.

Experience developing quality dashboards using Power BI or similar reporting tools.

Experience facilitating cross-functional root cause analyses and continuous improvement initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Technical work direction and oversight of staff and contractors.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

Training in quality control techniques and systems, construction management, team building and resource planning.

Knowledge of natural gas and oil pipeline, plant and pump station operations.

Other responsibilities:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
Quality Management Program Develop, maintain, and improve quality management standards, procedures, guidelines, and tools.  Assist project teams in developing and implementing project-specific quality plans and inspection and test plans.

Review project quality requirements for clarity, consistency, and alignment with company standards and contractual obligations.

Promote consistent implementation of quality requirements across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and project turnover.

Project Management Process and Auditing Audit compliance with the company’s Project Management Process (PMP), including stage-gate requirements, supporting documentation, and required approvals.

Develop and maintain risk-based audit programs for the PMP, vendor surveillance, and construction quality activities.

Plan, conduct, and document audits of internal processes, contractors, suppliers, and inspection service providers, as assigned.

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