AB Consulting GSS Inc. · 10 hours ago
Electrical QA/QC Engineer (Data Center Construction) | No travel restrictions
Columbus, OH
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAB Consulting GSS Inc. has been providing specialized project support and technical expertise to the manufacturing and construction industries since 1991. They are seeking a Project QC/QA Engineer to oversee quality aspects of electrical, mechanical, and structural installations in a fast-paced construction environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project quality control plans.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Hiring Manager
Luce Beaty (Luz)
Responsibilities
Maintain and administer an effective quality control system and plan
Review contract documents, regulatory requirements, project specifications and testing protocols to understand the quality benchmarks for each trade
Facilitate preparatory and progress meetings to align quality objectives with construction activities and schedules
Interface with sub-contractors to manage quality-related risks and ensure compliance with the client’s QC program
Maintain a Material Status Log and a Testing Plan
Coordinate QC inspection personnel and sampling, as well as testing at off-site fabrication facilities, QC labs, and on-site operations
Schedule and oversee all necessary sub-contractor destructive and nondestructive testing (electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil)
Ensure all method statements, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and material certifications align with project specs and regulatory requirements
Forward submittals to the appropriate team member and follow-up to make sure that submittals are reviewed and approved on time
Conduct daily field inspections across all trades to verify that workmanship and materials meet approved submittals
Witness site acceptance tests, compiling results to ensure compliance with project standards and codes
Work with corporate & 3rd-party design engineers and others to help resolve quality-related technical issues on site
Verify that components are correctly installed, labeled, and ready for commissioning, catching issues like mis-wired conductors or missing grounding before energization
Produce and maintain detailed electronic daily reports, inspection logs, submittal registers, RFI logs, maintenance logs, and punch-lists
Issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and track corrective actions through resolution
Archive all QA/QC documentation in accordance with client’s record-keeping requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, electrical mechanical or related field, OR a 2-year associate's degree with relevant field technical experience
Total of 8+ years in heavy industrial construction quality roles, with at least 3 years in a decision-making or supervisory capacity (defining, executing, or controlling QA/QC processes and plans)
Hands-on experience on heavy industrial or large-scale projects (factories, power plants, petrochemical facilities, data centers, etc.), with emphasis on electrical installations
Demonstrated experience with large-scale Mission Critical (MC) projects, including hands-on involvement with high voltage and medium voltage electrical systems, is required to ensure safe and compliant inspections. Experience in solar installations does not sufficiently demonstrate the depth of knowledge or hands-on expertise needed for this level of electrical work
Operating in high-pressure, zero-failure environments – Proven ability to perform under stringent uptime requirements where system reliability is paramount
Coordinating complex multi-trade activities – Skilled in managing interdisciplinary workflows with active owner involvement, ensuring seamless integration across electrical, mechanical, and commissioning teams
Executing daily LOTO procedures and live system inspections – Experienced in working with energized systems and phased commissioning tasks, maintaining strict safety and procedural compliance
Utilizing commissioning tracking systems – Demonstrated proficiency or adaptability in using CX platforms to manage issue resolution, verification processes, and closeout documentation
Expertise in high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, including MV switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, and emergency power systems
Familiarity with redundancy and reliability protocols, including integrated systems testing (IST), load bank testing, and sequence of operations validation
Advanced knowledge of code compliance standards such as NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and coordination with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
A high level of specialization in mission critical data center environments is required. Candidates with this background demonstrate a deep understanding of the technical complexities, operational standards, and performance expectations required to succeed in high-stakes, zero-failure settings
Prior hands-on working experience with CSA, CX process mapping, load bank equipment, substations, bus duct, cable bus, MV and LV projects
Proficiency in monitoring structural documentation such as weld mapping, bolt-up flange mapping, heat numbers, Mill Test Reports (MTRs) and all relevant test reports supporting data center construction
Knowledge of mechanical quality checks on HVAC systems, humidity sensors, and airflow management
Track record of developing and implementing site-specific QA/QC programs, managing inspection teams, and resolving non-conformances
Problem solving and conflict resolution to quickly address quality deviations
Detail-oriented mindset coupled with an ability to see the “big picture” of project delivery schedules
Proficiency in reading/interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and codes (NEC, ACI, AWS, ASTM, API, ISO)
Hands-on knowledge of inspection and testing methods (NDT, soil/concrete sampling, weld inspection, coating thickness)
Familiarity with QA/QC software and document-control systems (Procore, Aconex, BIM 360)
Statistical process control and root-cause analysis capabilities
Good physical health and mobility
Strong verbal and written English communication: drafting reports, NCRs, and presenting findings to stakeholders
Must be able to demonstrate effective teamwork, maintain a professional demeanor, and foster positive relationships inside and outside the team
Willingness to travel/relocate for future projects within the continental USA
Preferred
Professional certifications (such as CCQM, CWI, CQE, CCM, and OSHA) are strongly preferred but not required
Company
AB Consulting GSS Inc.
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11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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