Quality Operations Specialist - Newport, OR project

CB&I; Newport (OR); Hybrid; USD 108,396 - 135,495; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

CB&I Newport, Oregon, is seeking a PPL Quality Operations Specialist to develop and implement quality programs across assessments, surveillance, non-conformances, and continual improvement. You may function as a QA/QC Engineer depending on project needs and will coordinate with project teams for inspection and ITP development.

The role requires 7+ years in QA/QC on heavy construction, familiarity with ASME/API/NDE standards, and the ability to manage audits, NCRs, CARs, and project handover

Qualifications

• 7+ years of QA/QC experience on industrial or heavy construction projects with emphasis on quality documentation, records/QMS management, and project turnover.
• A degree in welding, engineering, metallurgy, or related field preferred; equivalent field experience with relevant certifications (e.g., AWS CWI) will be considered.
• Knowledge of codes: ASME II/VIII/IX, API 650/620, AWS D1.1, NDE quals per SNT-TC-1A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to continued improvement area initiatives and deploys quality program initiatives.
• Conduct internal quality audits per plan and assist in obtaining applicable certifications.
• Review client/project specs to identify quality requirements and develop ITPs and site quality forms.

Skills

QA/QC experience

NDE methods

Welding & QA/QC

Communication

Education

Degree in welding/engineering/metallurgy

AWS CWI certification

Tools

NDE equipment knowledge

QMS documentation

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I® is the world’s leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 135+ year history, we have the global expertise and strategically-located operations to provide customers world-class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects.

Overview PPL Quality Operations Specialists are responsible for development and implementation of Quality activities within the area of Quality Assessments, Quality Surveillance, Non-conformances, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective/ Preventive Actions, Continual Improvement, and Area / Project Quality Support. The PPL Quality Ops Specialist may function in multiple capacities, including QA/QC Engineer depending on the region, project site or facility.

Reports directly to the Project Manager and regularly interfaces with Corporate and Area Functional Leads, Area Welding & QA Managers, Area Quality Managers, in addition to Project / Fabrication Shop Quality Managers.

Responsibilities

The PPL Quality Operations Specialist typically supports an individual project, multiple projects, or a fabrication facility. Since this role can act in various capacities, as indicated above, the responsibilities described below may vary, subject to a specific assignment. The role is an individual contributor role but may supervise welding and inspection Technicians and/or Supervisors.

• Contributes to continued improvement area initiatives.
• Assists Quality Managers/Area Quality Leads in deploying Quality program initiatives.
• Conduct internal quality audits, as per area/project quality audit plan, when assigned.
• Provide assistance for obtaining applicable certifications, such as ASME, ISO, etc.
• Provide training to other project or shop personnel, as necessary.
• Responsible for understanding project requirements related to Welding and QA/QC and assuring compliance.
• Reviews client and project specifications to identify quality requirements and control points, and develops Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and other relevant site quality forms.
• Understand Sub-contract agreement requirements.
• Understand local regulatory requirements related to quality.
• Prepares and maintains project deliverables, based on the organization’s management system and project requirements.
• Coordinates welding and QA/QC engineers and inspectors to ensure completion of any inspection and testing.
• Maintains project records, as per the organization’s records management system.
• Ensure sufficient QA/QC resources are available to support all Project Processes; thus, including Design,
• Procurement, Fabrication, Supplier Surveillance, Receiving, Handling & Storage, Construction and Commissioning.
• Report Project Quality performance (KPI's) to Area Quality Manager and Area Welding & QA/QC Manager.
• Manages non-conformances and corrective actions, including root cause analysis, as applicable.
• Prepares and submits weekly, monthly quality reports to Operations and Functional management.
• Advise Project Team on all QA/QC issues
• Coordinates NDE activities at project site or shop.
• Maintains up-to-date qualifications and certifications for welders, welding operators, NDE technicians, as applicable.
• Contributes to a positive project or Shop Safety Culture.

Local Requirements

This position is hybrid / remote with periodic travel to the project site in Newport, Oregon. During on-site periods, the role involves field work and extended periods outdoors, at heights, and in confined spaces, in accordance with OSHA requirements. Additional considerations as required by the work location.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of QA/QC experience on industrial or heavy construction projects (e.g., aboveground storage tanks, pressure vessels, piping, or structural steel), with an emphasis on quality documentation, records / QMS management, and project turnover. An equivalent combination of directly related experience, education, and certification will be considered.
• A degree in welding, engineering, metallurgy, or a related technical field is preferred but not required. Equivalent field experience with relevant certifications (e.g., AWS CWI) will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of the following codes, as applicable

ASME Section II, ASME Section V, ASME Section VIII, ASME Section IX, ASTM Material, API 650,

API 620, AWWA D100, AWS D1.1, ASME B31.3, ASME B16.5/B16.47, etc. (including product specific related codes

as and when needed

ASNT SNT-TC-1A (NDE Qualifications Requirements)

ISO 9001 Quality Management System Standards

Skills and Behaviors

• Knowledge in Welding & NDE methods applicable to the project or shop.
• Knowledge in applicable Management System documentation.
• Act as focal point for all Welding & QA/QC matters at the point of assignment.
• Understands project requirements and ensures compliance.
• Compiles project records and handover to the projects for final documentation.
• Can communicate effectively with internal and external disciplines at multiple levels.
• Manages team effectively towards project objectives.
• Must be familiar with and have knowledge of:
• Review of client and project specifications to identify quality requirements and hold/witness points
• Development of ITPs and other relevant site quality forms
• Quality records and management-system (QMS) document control, project deliverables, and handover dossiers, including maintaining qualification records
• Non-conformance (NCR) and corrective / preventive action (CAR) tracking and reporting
• Progressive and final project turnover and documentation handover
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - a plus
• Knowledge of NDE methods (VT, MT, PT, SFT, UT, RT) and NDE personnel qualification per SNT-TC-1A - a plus
• Hydrotest knowledge - a plus
• Coating / paint inspection knowledge (e.g., NACE / AMPP) - a plus
• Knowledge of concrete and foundation quality control (e.g., ACI, tank ringwall / foundation work) - a plus
• Organizational Level: P4
• Reports to: Director, Quality
• Permanent work location: Hybrid / remote (home office), with periodic travel to the project site in Newport, Oregon.
• May be temporarily assigned to Project Sites

Benefits

CB&I is proud to offer eligible employees a robust package of benefits, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long- and short-term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

In accordance with applicable local and state laws or regulations, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Please discuss any compensation-related questions with your recruiter during the interview process.

Pay Range

USD $108,396-$135,495 Annually