QAQC Engineer (Data Center)- ICX

Salute; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Salute is seeking a QA/QC Inspector I to perform inspections, tests, and examinations on electrical and mechanical components during construction of mission-critical facilities. The role involves extensive travel across multiple site locations and collaboration with site personnel to uphold quality standards.

You will read drawings, write clear reports, and coordinate QA/QC activities while ensuring all equipment is properly calibrated and serviced.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma with 2 months related inspection experience in MEP systems.
• Associate degree in project management or related field with 3–5 years construction/mission critical experience preferred.
• Eye/vision: Snellen threshold at least 20/30 for near and far vision.
• Ability to distinguish colors and contrasts normally encountered in testing.
• General understanding of mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Experience budgeting, forecasting, and data entry.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Willingness to travel 50–75% and work from a home office.
• Leadership, organization, planning, and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret safety rules, site drawings, specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Perform and record results for inspections, examinations, and tests.
• Use tools and equipment required for quality control and assurance.
• Determine that measuring and test equipment is in proper condition for use.
• Write and communicate reports clearly; present to groups of customers or employees.
• Coordinate with internal and external personnel for day-to-day scheduled activities.
• Review QA/QC plans, schedules, and reports.
• Review inspection, examination, and test procedures.
• Set up inspections, examinations, and tests.

Skills

Document interpretation

Quality inspection

Test equipment use

Communication

Travel readiness

MS Office

Smartsheet

Ajera

Budgeting

Military experience

Education

GED or High School diploma

Associate degree in project management or related field

Construction and Mission Critical experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

Ajera

Job description

The role of QA/QC Inspector I provides inspections, examinations, and tests for electrical and mechanical components during construction projects in the mission critical environment. You will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with industry personnel to maintain quality standards during construction of cutting-edge facilities.

• This role requires significant travel, with expectations of up to 50-75% annually, especially if you are not currently residing near one of our key job site locations such as:
  • Jackson, MS
  • El, Paso
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Northern VA
  • Richmond, VA
  • Reno, NV
  • Monroe, LA
  • Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, equipment and site drawings, specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Perform and record results for inspections, examinations, and tests.
• Use tools and equipment required for quality control and assurance.
• Determine measuring and test equipment is in proper condition for use.
• Effectively write and communicate reports and correspondence. Speak before groups of customers or employees of partner organizations.
• Coordinate with internal and external personnel for day-to-day scheduled activities.
• Review QA/QC plans, schedules, and reports.
• Review inspection, examination, and test procedures.
• Setup inspections, examinations, and tests.

Requirements

• Education and experience requirements (one of the following):
  • High school graduation or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) equivalent and 2 months of related experience in equivalent inspection, examination, or testing activities with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems. Experience is preferred with large project constructions practices in critical environments.
• Completion of college level work leading to an Associate Degree in a related experience: Project management or similar role, 3-5 years, Construction and Mission Critical experience and environments preferred discipline plus 1 month of related experience in equivalent inspection, examination, and testing activities.
• Visual acuity requirements:
  • Ability in at least 1 eye to meet Snellen fraction threshold of at least 20/30 for near and far vision.
• Ability to distinguish colors and contrast normally encountered in testing.
• General understanding of all mechanical and electrical building systems
• Military Experience a plus
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Programs, Smartsheet, and Ajera experience is a plus
• Experience budgeting and forecasting
• Math Skills: Must be able to calculate figures and amounts (percentages and proportions)
• Communication: Problem-solving, must be able give oral and written instructions professionally and clearly
• Ability to work from home and work effectively
• Familiarity with business and financial principles
• Leadership ability
• Travel: Ability to work effectively from a dedicated home office, with required travel to project sites 50-75% of the time, as noted above.
• Detail Oriented
• Leadership
• Organization
• Decision-Making
• Data Entry Skills
• Data Processing Skills
• Dependable
• Reporting Skills
• Deadline Oriented
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
• Planning and Organizing
• Meme Generation
• Communication Skills
• Influencing and Leading
• Teamwork
• Negotiation
• Stress Tolerance

Work Conditions & Physical Demands

• Must have a dedicated home office that is conducive to daily responsibilities.
• Must be able to move about the work area and travel to work-sites as needed or required.
• Must be able to communicate with a variety of individuals; must be able to follow verbal and written instructions/directions and respond to inquiries
• Must be able to frequently perform strenuous physical activity including but not limited to: stand for eight or more hours at a time, move in rugged or unstable conditions, work in adverse weather, handle or feel objects, tools or controls which may not be visible, reach overhead. Occasionally may be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to carry test equipment up to 30 pounds.