Quality Engineer

About the role

GeoStabilization International is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to lead quality assurance and control operations on dynamic jobsites. The ideal candidate will mentor Quality Technicians, review project plans and designs, and contribute to shaping quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all QA/QC activities across assigned projects, setting standards and ensuring consistent execution by the quality team
• Mentor and develop Quality Technicians, providing technical guidance, reviewing work products, and supporting their professional growth
• Review project plans, design documents, submittals, and shop drawings for quality, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve quality management systems aligned with industry standards and client requirements
• Conduct site inspections and audits; identify systemic quality issues and drive corrective action plans to closure
• Manage and track non-conformance reports (NCRs), ensuring timely resolution and thorough documentation
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to proactively resolve quality concerns
• Provide training and coaching on quality procedures, standards, and best practices to field and engineering staff
• Serve as the primary QA/QC point of contact during external audits, regulatory inspections, and client quality reviews
• Contribute technical quality input during project planning, bid reviews, and constructability assessments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 0–2 years of quality assurance/control experience in the construction industry
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring quality engineers or inspection staff
• Strong familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, and PTI standards and codes
• Proficiency with computers and software used for reporting, documentation, and data entry
• Ability to work on uneven and sloped terrain in outdoor environments
• Valid driver's license; willingness to travel to project sites (approximately 75%, including potential Canada assignments)
• Safety-minded with commitment to PPE and site safety protocols
• Experience with soil nail, strand anchor, and micropile testing and inspection
• Working knowledge of quality management systems, audit processes, and NCR management
• Familiarity with advanced surveying tools, site layout techniques, or UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar project documentation software
• Demonstrated success developing and delivering quality control training programs
• Understanding of constructability reviews and design quality evaluations
• Osha or quality certifications (ASQ, ISO 9001, etc.)

Qualifications

• Full-time, exempt; 40+ hours per week with flexibility for project demands
• Environment: On-site fieldwork across varying climates (-20°C to +50°C), from deserts to tropical regions
• Moderate noise levels typical of construction sites; hearing protection often required
• Travel: Approximately 75% travel to active project sites across the US and potentially Canada
• You'll work with project management, field engineers, and Quality Technicians across our geohazard mitigation portfolio
• Access to technical resources, engineering support, and a collaborative quality-focused culture
• Leadership opportunity to shape quality standards and mentorship on a growing team
• Work on innovative projects addressing real infrastructure and safety challenges
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Full benefits package & 401(k) eligibility
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Pay

$70,000—$100,000 USD

Schedule

Full-time, exempt; 40+ hours per week with flexibility for project demands

Benefits

• Full benefits package & 401(k) eligibility
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities