PPL Quality Operations Spec

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company; Everett (WA); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 168,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching program

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company is seeking a qualified PPL Quality Operations Specialist based in Everett, WA, responsible for quality assessments, non-conformances, and project quality support. The candidate will lead various quality initiatives in project environments and ensure compliance with industry standards.

The role requires over 15 years in the industry, and an engineering degree is preferred. Essential duties include conducting audits, preparing reports, and managing QA/QC processes throughout the project lifecycle.

This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of industry experience, with 10-15 years in the relevant discipline.
• Familiarity with applicable management system documentation is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support individual projects, ensuring compliance with QA/QC standards.
• Conduct internal quality audits based on area/project plans.
• Prepare and maintain project quality records and deliverables.

Skills

Welding & NDE expertise

Project management

Quality Assurance

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree (Weld Engineering preferred)

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units – Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services – we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

PPL Quality Operations Specialists are responsible for development and implementation of Quality activities within the area of Quality Assessments, Quality Surveillance, Non‑conformances, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective/ Preventive Actions, Continual Improvement, and Area / Project Quality Support. The PPL Quality Ops Specialist may function in multiple capacities, including QA/QC Engineer depending on the region, project site or facility.

Reports directly to the Project Manager and regularly interfaces with Corporate and Area Functional Leads, Area Welding & QA Managers, Area Quality Managers, in addition to Project / Fabrication Shop Quality Managers.

This position will be homebased in Everett, WA but will require to be on project site in Nevada long term while project is ongoing.

Responsibilities

The PPL Quality Operations Specialist typically supports an individual project, multiple projects, or a fabrication facility. Since this role can act in various capacities, as indicated above, the responsibilities described below may vary, subject to a specific assignment. The role is an individual contributor role but may supervise welding and inspection Technicians and/or Supervisors.

• Contributes to continued improvement area initiatives.
• Assists Quality Managers/Area Quality Leads in deploying Quality program initiatives.
• Conduct internal quality audits, as per area/project quality audit plan, when assigned.
• Provide assistance for obtaining applicable certifications, such as ASME, ISO, etc.
• Provide training to other project or shop personnel, as necessary.
• Responsible for understanding project requirements related to Welding and QA/QC and assuring compliance.
• Understand Sub‑contract agreement requirements.
• Understand local regulatory requirements related to quality.
• Prepares and maintains project deliverables, based on the organization’s management system and project requirements.
• Coordinates welding and QA/QC engineers and inspectors to ensure completion of any inspection and testing.
• Maintains project records, as per the organization’s records management system.
• Ensure sufficient QA/QC resources are available to support all Project Processes; thus, including Design, Procurement, Fabrication, Supplier Surveillance, Receiving, Handling & Storage, Construction and Commissioning.
• Report Project Quality performance (KPI's) to Area Quality Manager and Area Welding & QA/QC Manager.
• Manages non‑conformances and corrective actions, including root cause analysis, as applicable.
• Prepares and submits weekly, monthly quality reports to Operations and Functional management.
• Advise Project Team on all QA/QC issues.
• Coordinates NDE activities at project site or shop.
• Supervises welders and welding operators, ensuring quality of the product, as assigned.
• Maintains up‑to‑date qualifications and certifications for welders, welding operators, NDE technicians, as applicable.
• Contributes to a positive project or Shop Safety Culture.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Company/Industry experience, out of which 10-15 years should be in the relevant discipline.
• Engineering degree (Typically Weld Engineering) preferred.

Knowledge of the following codes, as applicable

ASME Section II, ASME Section V, ASME Section VIII, ASME Section IX, ASTM Material, API 650, API 620, AWWA D100, AWS D1.1, ASME B31.3, ASME B16.5/B16.47, etc. (including product specific related codes as and when needed)

ASNT SNT‑TC‑1A (NDE Qualifications Requirements)

Skills and Behaviors

• Expertise in Welding & NDE methods applicable to the project or shop.
• Knowledge in applicable Management System documentation.
• Act as focal point for all Welding & QA/QC matters at the point of assignment.
• Understands project requirements and ensures compliance.
• Compiles project records and handover to the projects for final documentation.
• Can communicate effectively with internal and external disciplines at multiple levels.
• Manages team effectively towards project objectives.
• Must be familiar with and have knowledge of:
  • NDE Level II in VT, MT, PT, SFT, UT, RT
  • Give Written NDE Examinations
  • Give Practical NDE Examinations
  • Maintain Qualification Records
  • Administer Annual Eye Test
  • CWI
  • Paint Inspection Knowledge
  • Hydro Test Safety

Benefits

CB&I is proud to offer eligible employees a robust package of benefits, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long‑ and short‑term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full‑time or part‑time roles, location, or position.

Pay Range

USD $134,000.00 -$168,300.00 / Annually