Quality Engineer - Data Centers

Empiric; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Quality Engineer for nationwide travel to support hyperscale data center construction projects. The role includes on-site quality assurance, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should possess QA/QC experience in complex construction projects and a mechanical or electrical trade background. This is a full-time position with opportunities to develop and promote a strong quality culture.

Qualifications

• Experience on complex or mission-critical construction projects is essential.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license.
• Must obtain OSHA 30, electrical safety, and First Aid/CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct QA/QC inspections across mechanical and electrical scopes.
• Perform testing and document quality checks.
• Ensure compliance with project and quality standards.
• Assist in project commissioning and close-out.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Mechanical trade background

Electrical trade background

Documentation skills

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Quality Engineer Electrical / Mechanical – Data Center Construction (100% Travel, US-Wide)

We are hiring Quality Engineers to support large-scale hyperscale data center construction projects across the United States. This is a fully travel-based role, supporting mission-critical builds from installation through commissioning and handover.

While this role is site-based, the company actively supports work–life balance, aims to maintain a standard working week, and compensates fairly when client or project needs require work outside normal hours.

Base Pay Range

$90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

What You’ll Do

• Work on-site QA/QC across mechanical and / or electrical scopes
• Undertake inspections, testing, and quality documentation
• Ensure project, code, and client quality standards
• Drive resolution and close-out of quality issues
• Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and inspection reports
• Work with construction, design, and client quality teams
• Support commissioning and project close-out
• Promote a strong quality culture

What We’re Looking For

• QA/QC experience on complex or mission-critical construction projects
• Mechanical (cooling systems) / Electrical trade background
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Clear communicator with strong documentation skills

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Valid US driver’s license
• OSHA 30, electrical safety, and First Aid/CPR (or ability to obtain)
• Willingness to travel 100% nationwide

Multiple roles available across the US.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Construction and Engineering Services