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Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Senior Quality Control Engineer to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken, SC.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

·         Provide quality control support to the proJect team and direct personnel to implement quality requirements and to accurately status the results,

·         Perform construction quality control inspection and surveillance activities in support of project and/or maintenance activities,

·         Safety is a primary responsibility in each job performed,

·         Review design output documents in accordance with approved procedures in order to establish inspection requirements in quality assurance procedures, construction plans, and/or work packages,

·         Coordinate with internal and external sources to resolve quality issues and provide status of the inspection/test activities for the work activity,

·         Review technical criteria, personnel qualifications and work sequence on work packages including the notation of hold points prior to performance of inspections,

·         Perform or direct the quality inspection activities of subordinate QC  engineers and other inspection personnel as assigned,

·         Assist in resolution of code, specifications and drawing interpretations,

·         Perform or supervise the performance of inspection, witness, test, surveillance, and documents the results of the inspection activities,

·         Assess the completeness of construction activities and quality verification documentation prior to preparation of quality control releases for turnover,

·         Review subcontractor's quality program for compliance to established procedures, attends mobilization meetings and monitors their activities for proper implementation,

·         Review suppliers and/or subcontractor's quality verification documentation for traceability and specification compliance,

·         Review, assess and status subcontractors' costs, manpower and materials,

·         Approve subcontracts invoices and application for payment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·         Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and at least 5-7 years practical experience in construction inspection or related areas,

·         An associate's degree and 7-9 years' experience,

·         A HS diploma and 10-14 years' experience would be considered equivalent. Certification with continuing technical training is required for performance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·         Practical field experience in civil (soils, concrete, reinforcing steel, structural steel, protective coatings) quality control inspections,

·         Ability to develop, review, and implement inspection plans in accordance with technical documents, codes and standards,

·         Competency in reviewing and issuing non-conformance reports and coordinating corrective actions.

·         Strong organizational and communication skills to foster a collaborative and safety-oriented work environment,

·         Experience working under NQA-1 quality assurance programs at DOE facilities,

·         Practical civil/structural field experience within the last 12 months,

·         Ability to work in a diverse work environment,

·         Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),

·         Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         Previous experience on DOE sites and programs,

·         Current Civil Certification as Level II or Level III,

·         Previous Special Inspector Experience (i.e. ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector),

·         Familiarity with AC308 adhesive anchor requirements and ESR reports ,

·         Knowledge of concrete fresh properties test methods,

·         Additional certifications such as AWS CWI, ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector, and ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector,

·         Highly knowledgeable in ACI 318 and ACI 349.

LOCATION

Aiken, South Carolina

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.