Quality Control Engineer Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

Do you believe no challenge is too complex to solve? You’ll fit right in at U.S. Engineering. We deliver award-winning mechanical contracting, construction, service, and maintenance solutions with a focus on performance and innovation. Our team of skilled and collaborative professionals drives every project from preconstruction through final testing, always aligned with our clients’ goals.

OverviewThe Quality Control Manager plans, directs and coordinates all on-site QC activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and requirements. This position will have direct oversight and review of the entire documentation and physical inspection phase of the workflow process and while working with internal and external stakeholders to produce and document a quality product.

Responsibilities

• Create, update and maintain the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports.
• Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary.
• Chair and document weekly QC meetings with the superintendent and provide written minutes as described in project specific contract documents.
• Provide daily QC reports that reinforce activities that are being constructed in conformance with each specific project's established standard and constructively confronts non-conformances to produce the desired outcome in a timely manner.
• Conduct preparatory, initial and follow-up meetings to establish an understanding of the standards of care desired for each definable feature of work.
• Verify and document that all materials received for the project are in conformance with the approved submittal, are handled and stored appropriately and are acceptable for use in the project.
• Conduct meetings with new and existing subcontractors and the superintendent at least two days prior to the start of each new phase of the work to discuss issues that affect quality.
• Coordinate and document the testing and commissioning of building systems.
• Maintain the project "as-built" drawings on a daily basis.
• Assemble and forward project closeout documents that include O&M manuals, as-builts and warranties.
• Stop work if necessary to resolve matters that affect safety, quality and/or inhibit the logical progress of work.
• Facilitate the commissioning process.
• Conduct upfront investigation to help foresee unusual installation requirements and expedite the inspection/sign off procedures.
• Push back when requests are made outside the scope of the contract. 
• Find cost efficient ways to fulfill contract requirements related to specification conformance and system sign off. 
• Be an active participant in finding a solution when QC issues arise.

RequirementsEducation & Experience:

• B.S. degree in engineering or construction management.
• Minimum five years of related experience.
• Combination of high school diploma with QC experience and certifications will be considered.

• Knowledge of a wide range of construction materials, methods, and techniques.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, such as diplomacy, persuasion, are essential to develop and foster effective professional relationships.
• Strategic thinking and effective problem-solving skills. Keeps "One Company" focus.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-management skills.
• Ability to adapt effectively to changing priorities and deliver results.
• Ability to be self-motivating and constantly seeking to gain knowledge of new technical practices in the controls industry.
• Ability to provide assistance to multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to speak clearly and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to work under pressure.

• Job is performed in a combination of settings, including on project site as well as in the office. 
• Routine driving to project sites required.  May require travel or temporary assignments or relocation to manage projects outside the regional office area. 
• Physical demands include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, lifting, etc.  Position includes sitting and standing, use of telephone, keyboard, and computer monitor. 

• The range for this position has been established at $100,000 - $145,000 and is US Engineering’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
• Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.