Construction Quality Engineer

Orion Talent
Oak Ridge, TN

Position: Construction Quality Engineer

Salary Range: $115,509 - $192,515 (depending on Level III, IV or V)

Benefits: Robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with %5 employer match,

Annual Merit Increase, Annual COLA increase, potential additional bonus, Medical/Dental

/Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, 20 days universal leave

Relocation: Financial assistance available for qualified candidates.

Location: Oak Ridge, TN (outside of Knoxville)

Travel Expectations: potential 10% to headquarters

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday

Work Site Expectations: 5 days a week in office


Job Description:

The Construction Quality Engineer (CQE) is responsible for implementation of the Quality

Plan and oversight of all quality issues, ensuring that all aspects of the buildings meet the

required contractual, technical, quality and regulatory standards focusing on quality

assurance and control throughout the construction process. He/She for TRISO-X

(buildings) must ensure compliance with the Construction Quality Management Plan

(CQMP), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), released-for-construction (RFC) drawings and

applicable standards. This position must operate independently from production and

supervision teams to maintain objectivity and integrity in quality program processes.


Job Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS/BA Degree in civil engineering, construction management, nuclear engineering or similar industry or Current certification in Quality Management from the
  • American Society for Quality (ASQ) or the American Society of Civil Engineers or AWS CWI or ANSI Level II Mechanical Certifications equivalent experience or education is preferable.
  • The skills required for this role are typically demonstrated by 5 years of relevant experience for a Level III, 10 years for a Level IV, and 15 years for a Level V.
  • Demonstrated relevant experience in full-time Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control management and with design-build contracts.
  • Certification and/or documented training in construction quality assurance and quality control.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 principles in quality systems and quality program implementation.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes including nonconformance, inspection techniques, and tooling.
  • Advanced knowledge or experience in Non-destructive engineering a plus
  • Experience in Nuclear Construction or Chemical plant construction desire

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