QA/QC Engineer

Salute - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Richmond, VA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The role of QA/QC Inspector I involves conducting inspections, examinations, and tests for electrical and mechanical components during construction projects in mission-critical environments. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with industry professionals to uphold quality standards in the construction of advanced facilities, with travel expectations of 50-75% annually unless residing near a job site.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, equipment and site drawings, specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Perform and record results for inspections, examinations, and tests.
• Use tools and equipment required for quality control and assurance.
• Determine measuring and test equipment is in proper condition for use.
• Effectively write and communicate reports and correspondence. Speak before groups of customers or employees of partner organizations.
• Coordinate with internal and external personnel for day-to-day scheduled activities.
• Review QA/QC plans, schedules, and reports.
• Review inspection, examination, and test procedures.
• Setup inspections, examinations, and tests.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED equivalent and 2 months of related experience in inspection, examination, or testing activities with MEP systems, preferably in large project constructions in critical environments.
• Completion of college-level work leading to an Associate Degree in a related field, with 3-5 years of construction and mission-critical experience preferred, plus 1 month of related experience in inspection, examination, and testing activities.
• Ability in at least 1 eye to meet Snellen fraction threshold of at least 20/30 for near and far vision.
• Ability to distinguish colors and contrast normally encountered in testing.
• General understanding of all mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Military experience is a plus.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Programs, Smartsheet, and Ajera experience is a plus.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Math skills: Must be able to calculate figures and amounts (percentages and proportions).
• Strong communication skills: Must be able to give oral and written instructions professionally and clearly.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to work from home effectively and required travel to project sites 50-75% of the time.

Nice-to-haves

• Detail-oriented
• Leadership
• Organization
• Responsiveness
• Decision-making
• Data entry skills
• Data processing skills
• Dependable
• Reporting skills
• Deadline-oriented
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Planning and organizing
• Communication skills
• Influencing and leading
• Teamwork
• Negotiation
• Adaptability
• Stress tolerance

Benefits

• Base salary range of $64K - $109K per year, with a median of $83K.