Quality Engineer II — Structured Cabling Excellence

Mortenson Construction; United States; On-site; USD 89,500 - 120,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Quality Engineer II for the Structured Cabling group. You will coach project teams on Mortenson's Quality system, lead quality initiatives, and develop project Quality Plans with cross-functional partners.

The role requires 100% travel, typically 3–4 weeks on site and ~1 week at home, with location to be assigned. You will ensure adherence to quality standards, manage NCRs/RFIs, and drive continuous improvement across projects and operating groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years in a similar role within design, engineering, construction or telecom industries.
• Familiarity with quality systems (Baldridge, ISO 9000, Lean, Kaizen, TQM, etc.).
• Understanding of EPC (Engineer, Procure, Construct) processes.
• Self-starter, independent, computer literate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, strong teamwork.
• Current driver's license and ability to travel 100%.
• US work authorization without sponsorship required (no visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Foster teamwork, promote diversity, and resolve conflicts on project teams.
• Study plans, drawings, and specs to determine work requirements and risks.
• Serve as a technical resource for Mortenson's Quality system and Three-phase Planning.
• Lead project Quality kick-offs and instructor-led training modules.
• Develop and implement Project Quality Plans, DFW logs, and turnover requirements.
• Train teams to execute the Project Quality Plan from notice to proceed to acceptance.
• Ensure NCRs, RFIs, and submittals comply with standards and processes.
• Capture lessons learned to minimize risk and improve project execution.
• Support operating group-wide Quality initiatives and demonstrate Mortenson values.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Self-motivated

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Engineering

RCDD certification

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Quality Engineer II for the Structured Cabling group. You will coach project teams on Mortenson's Quality system, lead quality initiatives, and develop project Quality Plans with cross-functional partners.

The role requires 100% travel, typically 3–4 weeks on site and ~1 week at home, with location to be assigned. You will ensure adherence to quality standards, manage NCRs/RFIs, and drive continuous improvement across projects and operating groups.