Site Quality Specialist

GE Vernova, Inc.; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. seeks a QA Engineer to lead site preparation, execution, and closure activities for heavy mechanical installation at hydroelectric power plant sites. You will ensure QA plans are followed, manage NCRs, and coordinate with project teams to maintain quality records.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, strong English, and 1–5 years of experience in heavy mechanical installation. Travel and full-time on-site presence at installation sites are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Excellent English language skills.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and standards.
• Experience with on-site heavy mechanical installation and QA processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Manager to implement QA plans and procedures.
• Control documentation, measurement devices, material traceability, and quality records.
• Manage NCR/NCM registration and resolution; produce inspection reports.
• Supervise on-site inspectors and inspection companies, ensuring calibration of instruments.
• Lead project audits and manage non-conformities and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality engineering

Project coordination

On-site supervision

English proficient

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Quality management standards

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

1. Site Preparation (Start-up):

• Participate in site handover tasks and responsibilities and document them.
• Develop mitigation plans for follow-up activities following the handover from the Project Quality Leader (PQL).
• Participate in project site kick-off and review Quality Assurance (QA) contractual requirements.
• Establish project-specific Supplier Quality Requirements (SQR) in coordination with the Supplier Quality organization.
• Implement project-specific methods or procedures based on client requirements.
• Take ownership of and apply the standard Inspection and Test Plan (ITP), updating it as necessary.
• Review supplier documentation requests and update requirements according to contract specifics.
• Analyze lessons learned from previous projects and propose applicable improvements.
• Establish a project audit plan and conduct criticality assessments.
• Create and obtain client approval for the Inspection and Test Plan for site assembly.
• Prepare the site quality record book in accordance with contract and GE requirements.

2. Project Execution:

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to ensure the implementation of quality plans and procedures.
• Control document distribution, measuring devices, material traceability, and quality records.
• Manage the registration and resolution of Non-Conformity Reports (NCR/NCM).
• Produce inspection reports and maintain records of instruments and welder qualifications.
• Supervise inspectors and inspection companies on-site.
• Participate in audits and ensure that subcontractors have calibrated instruments.
• Ensure all special processes are identified and personnel are properly qualified.
• Collect and organize quality records for the site quality record book.
• Conduct project audits and monitor corrective actions.
• Manage non-conformities, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Provide QA performance statistics and manage client claims.

3. Project Closure (Pre-demobilization):

• Drive the closure of open items such as punch lists and non-conformity issues.
• Record lessons learned at the end of the project and ensure project files are closed.
• Coordinate handover milestones and document "as-built" processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Ability to work remotely at a hydroelectric power plant.
• Extensive experience in quality engineering within construction or industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• The candidate must possess an excellent level of English

Desired Characteristics:

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in mechanical engineering (preferred) from an accredited school.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in heavy mechanical installation.
• The candidate must have a strong personality and the ability to learn quickly.
• The candidate must be bright and motivated by on-site heavy mechanical installation.
• The candidate must have a good level of English.
• The candidate will work at various power plant sites. Must be willing to travel and be present at the installation site full-time.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No