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Sr. QA/QC Engineer

CloudHQ, LLC
Ashburn, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/1/2026
Description

POSITION SUMMMARY:

The Senior QA/QC Engineer ensures quality standards, contractual compliance and regulatory adherence by developing and implementing quality management plans, conducting inspections and audits, reviewing documentation, managing non-conformances and coordinating with stakeholders to uphold quality on site. The successful candidate performs inspections, documents non-conformances and verify that all mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations comply with project requirements and industry standards. Responsibilities include overseeing QA/QC activities, ensuring proper use of materials and methods, maintaining quality records, fostering a quality conscious environment and managing risks that could impact project quality.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Review and approve technical specifications, submittals, drawings, and material data sheets to ensure compliance.
  • Conduct detailed inspections of materials and installations, focusing on mechanical and electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchgear, UPS systems and HVAC equipment.
  • Identify, document and drive the closure of non-conformances through corrective and preventative actions, authoring and reviewing root cause analysis when needed.
  • Ensure that all construction activities, equipment and installations comply with project documentation, applicable codes, industry standards and client requirements.
  • Provide daily quality summaries and detailed weekly reports on project quality performance to the QA/QC manager and other stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with general contractors, trade partners, consultants and clients to coordinate inspections, reviews and quality sign offs.
  • Lead and participate in weekly quality control meetings and other team meetings with project stakeholders.
  • Ensure proper documentation of quality records, including inspection logs, testing reports and turnover packages.
  • Train and guide site personnel on quality standards, procedures and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Participate in FATs and FWTs.
  • Participate in the internal and external site audits.
  • Participate in all levels of commissioning and turnover


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Advanced technical knowledge of Mechanical or Electrical systems.
  • Understanding of electrical UPS systems, switchgear, generators, and critical mechanical systems.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Owner, contractor and internal staff.
  • Ability to coordinate, supervise, and communicate with contractors who perform maintenance or upgrade work on these systems.
  • Ability to operate in and promote a process-driven team environment.
  • Ability to logically analyze and solve problems.
  • Ability to effectively multi-task multiple projects.
  • Data Center Commissioning experience
  • Data Center Operation and Maintenance
  • Construction QA/QC experience
  • Ability to interpret and review Commissioning Scripts.
  • Issue identification and resolution management.
  • English Language skills


Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience in QA/QC managing construction projects/operations including 3 years Data Center quality and commissioning experience.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, complex equipment systems (electrical, mechanical) and industry standards.
  • Familiarity with quality management and commissioning software like Cx Alloy, Helix, Procore or similar.
  • Excellent verbal, written and electronic communication skills to interact effectively with diverse project teams and stakeholders.
  • Proactive approach to identifying and driving solutions to ensure quality and compliance.


Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift heavy equipment, up to 50 lbs.
  • Use of sight, hearing and voice are required as well as motor skills.
  • Close visual work on a computer terminal.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms.
  • Ability to transition through construction projects at every phase safely


Work Conditions

  • This position is expected to be full-time, on site, in field.
  • Typical data center work environment with varying temperatures and loud noises.
  • Extensive daily usage of a computer or workstation.
  • Travel up to 10%, to ensure quality, commission and deliver the project as clients turn over dates require.


Special Requirements

  • Must be comfortable working in a high stress, fast paced environment shifting priorities.
  • Must be willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, holidays, and on-call support.
  • Must be available by cell phone after hours or for emergency situations.
  • Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver’s license.

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