Quality Assurance Ops Specialist — Field Compliance & Audits

Southern Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company Gas is seeking an Engineer/Spec I or II, Operations Quality Assurance to assess field work for compliance with Company policies and regulatory requirements. The role involves performing live and post- assessments, auditing records, and serving as a liaison during state inspections.

The position emphasizes training, collaboration with Safety and FO Support, and leadership in QA initiatives across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or other analytical/technical discipline, or equivalent education/experience.
• 2+ years operations experience in a gas utility in three or more field operating departments, or 2+ years within QA.
• Good understanding of Company policies, procedures, and O&M manual.
• Ability to understand legislation and regulation.
• Effective trainer in formal and informal settings.

Responsibilities

• Performs operational assessments to evaluate work for compliance with policies and procedures across multiple areas.
• Participates in annual audits of compliance records and special audits of procedures or new staff.
• Interprets policies and acts as liaison during state field inspections.
• Performs QA audits at Southern Company Gas and related entities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Teaches principles to others and contributes to process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Microsoft Office

Communication

Self-starter

Education

BS in engineering or equivalent

Job description

Southern Company Gas is seeking an Engineer/Spec I or II, Operations Quality Assurance to assess field work for compliance with Company policies and regulatory requirements. The role involves performing live and post- assessments, auditing records, and serving as a liaison during state inspections.

The position emphasizes training, collaboration with Safety and FO Support, and leadership in QA initiatives across multiple departments.