LAB-0P1A63.Quality Engineer 3 (Project Quality Engineer)

About the role

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an experienced Project Quality Engineer to play a critical role in delivering some of the nation's most important infrastructure and capital projects. In this position, you will help ensure the quality, safety, and performance of complex nuclear and non-nuclear construction projects that directly support national security, scientific innovation, and mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, developing, and evaluating procurement documentation to ensure quality assurance and quality engineering requirements are appropriately defined, implemented, and verified.
• Serving as a subject matter technical expert, helping teams navigate quality requirements, manage risk, drive continuous improvement, and maintain the highest standards of project execution.
• Supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and quality programs that contribute to an effective Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Quality Management System.
• Participating in nonconformance identification, evaluation, resolution, and closure activities, including corrective action development, implementation, and effectiveness reviews.
• Planning, coordinating, leading, and performing audits, surveillances, assessments, and field oversight activities of quality-affecting engineering, procurement, construction, testing, inspection, and related project work.
• Collaborating with project stakeholders to identify quality risks, resolve complex technical and compliance issues, and promote continuous improvement across project activities.
• Providing quality assurance guidance and technical support to project teams to ensure work is performed in accordance with approved requirements, codes, standards, and quality program expectations.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of commercial construction codes, standards, and quality requirements, with the ability to apply them effectively across complex capital projects.
• Strong technical understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) practices, including the implementation of quality assurance requirements, Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD), and the application of a graded approach within an ASME NQA-1 environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and evaluate complex engineering and construction documentation, including drawings, calculations, and specifications design packages.
• Working knowledge of project management principles and the full project lifecycle, from planning and design through construction, turnover, and closeout.
• Proven success collaborating and communicating with diverse stakeholders across multiple organizations to resolve complex technical and quality challenges; including partnering with Project Managers, Engineers of Record, Field Engineers, Subcontractor Technical Representatives, Code Officials, and Compliance professionals.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate quality assurance activities across multiple capital projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, contractual requirements, and NQA-1 quality program expectations while supporting successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Construction Management or a related field and 8 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
• Desired Qualifications: Professional certifications in quality engineering, quality management, or construction quality, such as the American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Construction Quality Manager (CCQM), or equivalent credentials.
• Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Construction Management or a related field and 8 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of commercial construction codes, standards, and quality requirements.
• Strong technical understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) practices.
• Interpretation and evaluation of complex engineering and construction documentation.
• Project management principles and the full project lifecycle.
• Collaboration and communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Planning, prioritization, and coordination of quality assurance activities.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually).
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius).

Pay

$104,100 - $172,200

Schedule

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.