Quality Engineer I or II

Mortenson • Cedar Rapids, IA

14d • $76,600 - $120,800

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Quality Engineer I or II. This role is responsible for quality control processes on a project for assigned scopes of work, potentially partnering with senior quality managers on larger projects, while managing, monitoring, reporting, and analyzing project quality performance and leading corrective/preventive actions. This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum one year of experience within the design, engineering, or construction industry
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to conduct constructability reviews, quality reviews of design documents, shop drawing reviews, and submittal reviews for assigned scopes of work
• Knowledge of the design-bid-build process
• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge in the use of large cranes, mechanical systems, and utility-based medium and high voltage electrical systems
• Self-starter, independent worker, and computer literate
• Strong teamwork orientation
• Basic knowledge of construction processes, systems, and project management
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Minimum of one year of experience within the design, engineering, construction, or other related industries (for Quality Engineer I)
• Minimum of two years experience within the design, engineering, construction, or other related industries (for Quality Engineer II)

Responsibilities

• Foster strong teamwork orientation and promote diversity
• Build strong cross-cultural relationships and influence others at all levels, resolving cross-cultural conflicts appropriately
• Serve as a technical resource and guide for project team staff
• Implement the Quality Management Plan and system for all assigned divisions of work from notice to proceed through final acceptance
• Oversee quality inspection of materials and work, conduct quality inspections, and identify non-conformances with project requirements
• Manage Non-Conformance Notices (NCN) and the Request for Information (RFI) process through corrective actions
• Train and manage project personnel on their roles, responsibilities, and processes to support Mortenson’s Quality System
• Discuss and resolve technical issues with customers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring design documents meet customer requirements
• Capture and share best practices used on the project, and identify opportunities to enhance margin or minimize risk through means-and-methods or material selection
• Effectively work and build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level