Pay RangeUSD $175,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.
OverviewOmega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Principal Engineer - Quality Control to support ongoing operations in Aiken, SC.
Supervise and direct quality control engineers assigned to perform inspections and surveillance in
support of project work and/or maintenance activities. Provide quality control support to
construction management and direct personnel to implement quality requirements and to
accurately status the results.
ResponsibilitiesDUTIES :- Supervise and direct quality control engineers assigned to perform inspections and surveillance in support of project work and/or maintenance activities.
- Provide quality control support to construction management and direct personnel to implement quality requirements and to accurately status the results.
- Establish priorities which support construction/operations needs.
- Resolve complex problems which develop during the implementation of quality activities by coordinating with internal and external departments.
- Provide leadership which inspires efficient performance of assignments, safe work habits, timely exchange of information and each individuals' commitment to site policies.
- Participate in contract discussions relating to quality activities.
- Prepare comprehensive status reports for construction quality activities.
- Review and approve subcontractors quality procedures and monitor their adherence to those procedures.
- Coordinate the activities of assigned quality control engineers and with other construction departments to ensure that construction is in compliance with site specifications and standards.
- Prepare quality procedures to ensure proper inspection, testing and surveillance activities are being performed.
- Provide effective quality training programs and ensure assigned personnel are qualified to perform assigned tasks.
- Prepare performance evaluations of assigned personnel.
- Develop, revise, and perform peer reviews of Quality Control Inspection Plans related to
mechanical, piping and welding, in accordance with Design Output documents, Codes,
and Standards. - Perform field related inspections in accordance with Quality Control Inspection Plans.
Document inspection results on applicable inspection records and issue Non- Conformance reports as required. - Review product and process compliance with all specified drawings, specifications, and
other requirements through inspection and/or review of supplied materials and equipment.
Education Requirements- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and at least 8 - 10 years of practical experience in construction inspection or related areas.
- An Associate's degree and 10 - 12 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.
- A high school diploma and 12 - 16 years of practical experience would also be considered equivalent. Well developed organizational and supervisory skills and good communication talents are required.
- Certification in areas of responsibility are required with ongoing programmatic training per the requirements of the project quality program.
Qualifications- Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a drug and breath alcohol test, along with a Motor Vehicle Record check.
- Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.
- Prior work experience working under an ASME NQA-1 quality program.
- Prior DOE work experience.
- Well-developed organizational skills with good communication skills.
- Foster a work environment that promotes safety, quality, openness, trust, communication,
teamwork, and customer satisfaction. - Well developed organizational and supervisory skills and good communication talents are required.
Preferred Qualifications- Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred.
- Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.
- Practical field experience in mechanical, piping, and welding quality control within the
past 16 months. - Candidates with an AWS CWI or prior SNT-TC-1A VT Level II certification are preferred.
Work ScheduleA 40 hour work week is scheduled. Client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10's (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80's (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes Client holidays. Each workday has 30-minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.
Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission-critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long-term impact.
At Omega Technical Services, you'll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match; AD&D insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay. *Based on eligibility requirements.
When you join Omega Technical Services, you're not just starting a job, you're building a career that honors the past, powers today's progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.
