People Based Quality Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking a Lead People Based Quality Engineer to drive PBQ program across the project. You will lead data-driven initiatives, develop risk-based strategies, and mentor PBQ teams to deliver right-first-time quality.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 8–14 years of experience in PBQ or process improvement, with strong leadership and facilitation skills. This is a hybrid position with opportunities in a global engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8–14 years of relevant experience
• PBQ training/certification or equivalent is required
• Strong leadership and PBQ improvement results with influence management are essential
• Advanced written and verbal communication; proficient with data analysis and PBQ tools

Responsibilities

• Lead PBQ program development and risk-based strategy.
• Manage PBQ team members and PBQ workshops.
• Analyze project data and develop performance metrics to measure PBQ improvements.
• Foster continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration across the project.

Skills

PBQ training & cert

Process improvement

People leadership

Influence leadership

PBQ methods

Facilitation

Root cause analysis

PBQ analysis

Communication skills

U.S. citizenship

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Database administration

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Houston, TX

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

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Project Overview:

Bechtel’s Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing Facility located at Generation Park in Houston, TX. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

The Lead People Based Quality Engineer (PBQE) will report to the Project Quality Manager (PQM) and will be responsible for leading the People Based Quality (PBQ) program. The PBQE will support the PQM to develop and deliver a customized PBQ program, including a risk-based strategy that meets project goals and objectives, including alignment, prioritizing, scheduling, training, metrics/dashboards, and tracking progress of PBQ improvement initiatives. The PBQE will apply leadership skills, knowledge, experience, and tools (e.g. PBQ, behavioral and facilitation techniques) to close gaps and invest in opportunities, resulting in institutionalized changes that measurably improve efficiency, productivity, and quality across the project. The PBQE will be responsible for using data to measure and report project performance, and ensure improvements are institutionalized. The PBQE will lead teams through the PBQ process to solve problems and make fact-based decisions to deliver ‘Right the First Time’ quality; and facilitate resolution of issues, improvements, and opportunities across all functions and project teams. The PBQE will lead PBQ efforts, be a key technical resource partnering with project teams resulting in improved project and functional groups performance.

Major Responsibilities:

• Support the PQM in developing and implementing a PBQ program and risk-based strategy to meet project goals and objectives, including alignment, prioritizing, scheduling, training, metrics/dashboards, PBQ, and tracking progress of improvement initiatives
• Manage and supervise PBQ team members in performing related activitiesScope, plan, select the appropriate PBQ tools
• Analyze data from processes and metrics across projects and functions
• Conduct data analysis and develop performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of PBQ improvement initiatives and identify areas for further improvement
• Monitor and use outputs from metrics to drive PBQ activities
• Identify and support PBQ related causal analysis to facilitate apparent cause evaluations and root cause analysis
• Develop and facilitate approved PBQ workshops and training sessions to educate employees on PBQ improvement methodologies and tools
• Provides input into the development of standardized performance indicators for PBQ on the project
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the organization

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Recognized PBQ training and development certification or equivalent
• Experience with continuously improving Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Startup, Operations work processes and business areas; or advanced experience optimizing complex industrial processes, systems or organizations
• Extensive experience in supervising direct reports
• Experience in achieving measurable PBQ improvement results through influence management, soft skills in a leadership position with ability to achieve change and results by shaping the attitudes and viewpoints of individuals and teams
• Trained in PBQ methods
• Knowledge of team facilitation techniques
• Knowledge of Causal Analysis techniques
• Experience in applying a structured approach to PBQ process analysis and problem solvingExperience in establishing, monitoring, and analyzing PBQ data and reporting results to the PQM and other management
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in the use of a PC computer, Microsoft software, database administration, Visio (or equivalent)
• Must be a U.S Citizen
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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