Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

HukariAscendent; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

HukariAscendent seeks a Principal Quality Control Engineer (Electrical / I&C Inspector) to supervise quality control engineers performing inspections and surveillance in support of construction and maintenance activities.

The role provides QC support to construction management, resolves complex quality issues, ensures compliance with site specifications, and includes duties specific to electrical and I&C QC inspections. DOE experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 8–10 years of related experience (or equivalent).
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills with clear communication.
• Certification in area(s) of responsibility with ongoing training.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a DOE 'Q' security clearance (not required at hire).
• Experience under an ASME NQA-1 quality program.
• DOE work experience.
• Commitment to safety, quality, teamwork and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct quality control engineers on inspections and surveillance.
• Provide QC support to construction management and status results.
• Establish priorities to support construction and operations.
• Resolve complex QC problems with cross-department coordination.
• Provide leadership promoting safe work, timely information exchange.
• Participate in contract discussions related to quality activities.
• Prepare status reports for construction quality activities.
• Review subcontractors’ QC procedures and monitor adherence.
• Coordinate QC with other construction departments to ensure specs.
• Prepare QC procedures for proper inspection, testing, surveillance.
• Provide QC training programs and verify qualifications.
• Prepare performance evaluations of assigned personnel.
• Develop, review QC Inspection Plans for electrical/I&C per design documents.
• Conduct field inspections per QC plans.
• Document inspection results and issue Nonconformance reports.
• Review product/process compliance against drawings and specs.

Job description

HukariAscendent is a Women-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

Job Title: Principal Quality Control Engineer (Electrical / I&C Inspector)

Duration: 1 year with potential for extension(s)

Short Summary about Job:

HukariAscendent is seeking a Principal Quality Control Engineer (working title: Electrical / I&C Inspector) to supervise and direct quality control engineers performing inspections and surveillance in support of construction and maintenance activities. This role provides quality control support to construction management, resolves complex quality issues, ensures compliance with site specifications and standards, and includes additional duties specific to electrical and instrumentation & controls (I&C) quality control inspections.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and at least 8–10 years of practical experience in construction inspection or related areas (an Associate’s degree with 10–12 years, or a high school diploma with 12–16 years of experience, will be considered equivalent)
• Well-developed organizational and supervisory skills, along with strong communication abilities
• Certification in area(s) of responsibility, with ongoing programmatic training per the project quality program
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance (not required at time of hire; candidate will be notified when to apply based on specific work assignments after award)
• Prior work experience under an ASME NQA-1 quality program (required)
• Prior DOE work experience (required)
• Ability to foster a work environment that promotes safety, quality, openness, trust, communication, teamwork, and customer satisfaction (required)

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and direct quality control engineers assigned to perform inspections and surveillance in support of project work and/or maintenance activities
• Provide quality control support to construction management and direct personnel to implement quality requirements and accurately status the results
• Establish priorities which support construction/operations needs
• Resolve complex problems which develop during the implementation of quality activities by coordinating with internal and external departments
• Provide leadership which inspires efficient performance of assignments, safe work habits, timely exchange of information, and each individual’s commitment to site policies
• Participate in contract discussions relating to quality activities
• Prepare comprehensive status reports for construction quality activities
• Review and approve subcontractors’ quality procedures and monitor their adherence to those procedures
• Coordinate the activities of assigned quality control engineers with other construction departments to ensure that construction is in compliance with site specifications and standards
• Prepare quality procedures to ensure proper inspection, testing, and surveillance activities are being performed
• Provide effective quality training programs and ensure assigned personnel are qualified to perform assigned tasks
• Prepare performance evaluations of assigned personnel

Additional Duties (Electrical / I&C Inspector):

• Develop, revise, and perform peer reviews of Quality Control Inspection Plans related to electrical and I&C, in accordance with Design Output documents, Codes, and Standards
• Perform field-related inspections in accordance with Quality Control Inspection Plans
• Document inspection results on applicable inspection records and issue Nonconformance reports as required
• Review product and process compliance with all specified drawings, specifications, and other requirements through inspection and/or review of supplied materials and equipment

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.