Sr. QA/QC Engineer

Description POSITION SUMMMARY: The Senior QA/QC Engineer ensures quality standards, contractual compliance and regulatory adherence by developing and implementing quality management plans, conducting inspections and audits, reviewing documentation, managing non-conformances and coordinating with stakeholders to uphold quality on site. The successful candidate performs inspections, documents non-conformances and verify that all mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations comply with project requirements and industry standards. Responsibilities include overseeing QA/QC activities, ensuring proper use of materials and methods, maintaining quality records, fostering a quality conscious environment and managing risks that could impact project quality.

Essential Duties and

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and approve technical specifications, submittals, drawings, and material data sheets to ensure compliance.
• Conduct detailed inspections of materials and installations, focusing on mechanical and electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchgear, UPS systems and HVAC equipment.
• Identify, document and drive the closure of non-conformances through corrective and preventative actions, authoring and reviewing root cause analysis when needed.
• Ensure that all construction activities, equipment and installations comply with project documentation, applicable codes, industry standards and client requirements.
• Provide daily quality summaries and detailed weekly reports on project quality performance to the QA/QC manager and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with general contractors, trade partners, consultants and clients to coordinate inspections, reviews and quality sign offs.
• Lead and participate in weekly quality control meetings and other team meetings with project stakeholders.
• Ensure proper documentation of quality records, including inspection logs, testing reports and turnover packages.
• Train and guide site personnel on quality standards, procedures and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Participate in FATs and FWTs.
• Participate in the internal and external site audits.
• Participate in all levels of commissioning and turnover Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Advanced technical knowledge of Mechanical or Electrical systems.
• Understanding of electrical UPS systems, switchgear, generators, and critical mechanical systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Ability to communicate effectively with Owner, contractor and internal staff.
• Ability to coordinate, supervise, and communicate with contractors who perform maintenance or upgrade work on these systems.
• Ability to operate in and promote a process-driven team environment.
• Ability to logically analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to effectively multi-task multiple projects.
• Data Center Commissioning experience
• Data Center Operation and Maintenance
• Construction QA/QC experience
• Ability to interpret and review Commissioning Scripts.
• Issue identification and resolution management.
• English Language skills Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in QA/QC managing construction projects/operations including 3 years Data Center quality and commissioning experience.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, complex equipment systems (electrical, mechanical) and industry standards.
• Familiarity with quality management and commissioning software like Cx Alloy, Helix, Procore or similar.
• Excellent verbal, written and electronic communication skills to interact effectively with diverse project teams and stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to identifying and driving solutions to ensure quality and compliance. Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift heavy equipment, up to 50 lbs.
• Use of sight, hearing and voice are required as well as motor skills.
• Close visual work on a computer terminal.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
• Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms.
• Ability to transition through construction projects at every phase safely Work Conditions
• This position is expected to be full-time, on site, in field.
• Typical data center work environment with varying temperatures and loud noises.
• Extensive daily usage of a computer or workstation.
• Travel up to 10%, to ensure quality, commission and deliver the project as clients turn over dates require. Special Requirements
• Must be comfortable working in a high stress, fast paced environment shifting priorities.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, holidays, and on-call support.
• Must be available by cell phone after hours or for emergency situations.
• Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver’s license.