QA / QC Specialist - Substation Design

GPD Group; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Rich Bonus Program

Vacation & Sick Time

Professional Development Support

Job summary

An engineering consultancy located in Youngstown, Ohio, is seeking a Substation QA / QC Specialist to ensure the quality and safety of engineering deliverables. This role involves overseeing design reviews, mentoring others in QA/QC practices, and establishing quality standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, over 10 years of experience, and is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE). The position offers competitive benefits including health and dental insurance, a 401(k) with matching, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Expert in design of substation physical structures, wiring, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design reviews and validation procedures.
• Review design accuracy and safety of high voltage substations.
• Establish quality standards aligned with industry best practices.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

ACADE

Inventor

Job description

Substation QA / QC Specialist – GPD Group

Role Summary

Ensure the quality and safety of engineering deliverables by overseeing design reviews and refining standards. You’ll mentor others in QA/QC practices, manage risk, and help maintain technical excellence. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who are committed to upholding high standards, refining processes, and ensuring consistent quality across engineering deliverables and team outputs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 10+ years of experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience in working with AutoCAD, ACADE, or Inventor
• Expert in the design of substation physical structures, wiring, and controls
• Authority to comprehend and interpret safety codes, utility standards and regulations
• Strategic and detail-oriented, with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to optimize complex systems and workflows
• Trusted and respected, with deep expertise in fostering collaboration across disciplines and driving innovation within project teams
• Forward-thinking communicator with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences and drive cross-functional collaboration
• Valid Driver’s License is required

Responsibilities

• Oversee design reviews and validation procedures
• Review and ensure the accuracy and safety of the design of high voltage substations
• Establish and refine quality standards aligned with industry’s best practices
• Spearhead the development and implementation of quality control procedures
• Mentor engineers with varying levels of experience in applying QA/QC principles and maintaining technical excellence
• Champion QA/QC processes to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality engineering outputs
• Interface with project managers to align quality goals with schedule and budget

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
• Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Professional Development Support
• And much more…

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