Advisory Engineer

COMPA Industries, Inc.; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPA Industries, Inc. in Aiken, SC is seeking a Principal Quality Control Engineer, aka Electrical / I&C Inspector, to lead inspection plans for electrical and I&C scopes on the SPD/K-PuMP project.

You will supervise QC engineers, direct quality requirements, and prioritize tasks to meet construction and operations needs. The role requires a BS in a technical field with 8–10 years in construction inspection, ASME NQA-1 experience, and DOE Q eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 8–10 years in construction inspection.
• Equivalents: an Associate’s degree with 10–12 years, or a high school diploma with 12–16 years in inspection roles.
• Strong communication and supervisory skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise quality control engineers performing inspections and surveillance.
• Develop, revise, and peer-review Quality Control Inspection Plans for electrical and I&C scope.
• Perform field inspections and document results; issue non-conformances as needed.
• Review product and process compliance against drawings, specs and requirements.
• Prioritize activities to support construction and operations; resolve complex issues.
• Approve subcontractor quality procedures and monitor adherence.
• Prepare quality procedures for inspection, testing, and surveillance activities.
• Coordinate QC activities with other construction departments to ensure site standards.
• Prepare status reports and participate in contract discussions on quality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory experience

ASME NQA-1 awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline

Equivalents: assoc. degree + 10–12 yrs

Job description

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)

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Education & Experience

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.

Top Skills & Requirements

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

Security Clearance

Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE "Q" security clearance. An active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties; after award, the selected candidate will be notified when to apply for a clearance based on specific work assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.
• Practical field experience in electrical and instrumentation and controls (I&C) quality control within the last 16 months.

Duration: 1-year base contract with two (2) 1-year option periods. Option periods are not guaranteed and are executed at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Estimated Hours: 2,080 straight time + 600 overtime per year. Overtime is expected at times to meet deliverables, at the discretion of the manager.

Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM-4:30 PM. A 40-hour work week is scheduled, excluding site holidays, with a 30-minute lunch each workday.

Work Location: 100% on-site in Aiken, SC. Local candidates, or candidates willing to relocate at their own expense.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required.

Interview Process

Interviews are conducted via Microsoft Teams.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don’t just build your career, build the future, with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status.