QA/QC Commissioning Associate II
About The Position
The QA/QC Commissioning Associate II assists with quality control and quality assurance for data center critical systems as they are prepared for commissioning. The role supports the QA/QC Engineer in confirming that the correct equipment has been purchased and that installations meet industry standards and equipment specifications. The associate develops skills and industry knowledge to take on increasingly complex commissioning tasks. The position is based in Montclair, Virginia, with up to 80% travel. The role involves developing and maintaining project QA/QC documentation, conducting inspections and tests, evaluating materials and project activities for compliance, supporting audits, tracking test data, and identifying opportunities for quality improvement. It also includes maintaining calibrated testing equipment, communicating quality and compliance concerns, and following project safety and inspection plans. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record review. Positions that require driving must meet company and insurance carrier MVR standards.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2–4 years of inspection and/or production experience.
- Experience writing and enforcing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Solid understanding of test equipment and software.
- Strong working knowledge of mathematical concepts, including fractions, ratios, and proportions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Microsoft Project.
- Basic knowledge of systems design for various projects.
- Ability to meet the physical demands described, including occasional lifting or moving of objects weighing 10 to 50 (unit not stated), and frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- Ability to occasionally sit and climb or balance.
- Vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
Nice To Haves
- Technical military MOS, trade school, and/or degree.
- Experience and/or education and internship in complex facilities or mission-critical projects.
- Civilian or military technical certifications.
- Advanced Excel skills.
Responsibilities
- Develop QA/QC documentation for the complete project, including certificates, calibration records, test results, inspection requests, non-compliance reports, site instructions and observations, records of permanent materials delivered, and other relevant documents.
- Follow applicable standards when conducting inspections and tests, oversee testing methods, and maintain quality standards across processes.
- Review site materials for compliance with project specifications and quality requirements, and collaborate with the department on material procurement.
- Support implementation of test and inspection schedules, ensure adherence to procedures, and coordinate quality audits with various teams.
- Help employees understand quality standards and comply with quality manuals and procedures; collaborate with contractors and suppliers to maintain system quality.
- Handle and store equipment and hazardous materials efficiently, and conduct quality audits according to schedule.
- Understand products and non-conformance processes, evaluate documents for quality, and prepare monthly performance reports.
- Maintain project activity records and analyze processes to verify that work meets quality requirements.
- Maintain knowledge of quality assurance standards, monitor their ongoing application, and recommend corrective actions.
- Follow activity method statements, including risk assessments, job safety and environmental analyses, Inspection Test Plans, and project-specific checklists.
- Liaise with the Technical Engineer on material submittals to the Consultant.
- Develop and maintain inspection reports.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, company standards, and specifications.
- Maintain calibration of quality testing equipment.
- Perform inspections across all stages of production.
- Advise on procedures to improve production efficiency.
- Prepare and maintain test data for review.
- Evaluate data and draft reports, noting relevant deviations from existing standards.
- Identify quality control improvement opportunities and implement new methods accordingly.
- Communicate quality or compliance concerns with urgency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
