QA/QC Engineer

About Us

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking a QA/QC Engineer / Project Coordinator to join our collaborative multidisciplinary team. This dual-role position combines rigorous quality oversight with hands-on project coordination, helping ensure vendor-fabricated equipment, documentation, and engineering deliverables meet project requirements while supporting the communication and organization that keep projects progressing effectively.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will manage vendor quality from purchase order through final documentation, including vendor drawing and data review, shop surveillance, source inspections, and resolution of nonconformances. You will also perform independent QA/QC reviews of multidisciplinary engineering drawings to identify errors and interface gaps before fabrication or field execution. As Project Coordinator, you will support project managers and lead engineers by tracking deliverables, schedules, and action items; managing document flow; and helping keep vendors, disciplines, and clients aligned.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:VENDOR QUALITY & SOURCE INSPECTIONReview vendor drawings, data sheets, calculations, weld maps, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) to verify compliance with project specifications, purchase orders, and applicable codesEstablish appropriate hold, witness, and review points within vendor ITPs and lead pre-inspection meetings with fabricators and suppliersConduct fabrication shop surveillance and source inspections, coordinating third-party inspection agencies when requiredReview welding documentation, including WPS/PQR qualifications, welder certifications, and NDE requirements and resultsWitness and document shop testing activities, including hydrostatic testing, coating inspection, and dimensional verificationReview vendor final documentation and Manufacturing Record Books, including MTRs, weld maps, and inspection and test records, for acceptance prior to shipment and turnoverSupport vendor qualification activities, audits, and maintenance of the approved vendor listCROSS-DISCIPLINE DRAWING QA/QCPerform independent QA/QC reviews of drawings across all disciplines, including mechanical, piping, civil/structural, electrical, and instrumentation & controlsVerify consistency across related deliverables, including P&IDs, plot plans, piping layouts and isometrics, one-line diagrams, and instrument indexes, with attention to tags, line numbers, and discipline interfacesReview drawings against design basis documents, company and client standards, and applicable codes prior to issueCoordinate squad checks and track review comments through resolution and final back-checkDevelop and maintain drawing-check procedures and discipline checklists that promote consistent, repeatable quality across projectsApply and interpret applicable codes and standards, including ASME B31.3/B31.4/B31.8, ASME BPVC Sections V, VIII, and IX, API 1104, API 650/653, AWS D1.1, Title 49 CFR Parts 190-199, and SSPC/AMPP coating standardsPROJECT COORDINATION & DELIVERABLE MANAGEMENTSupport project managers and lead engineers by tracking deliverable status, schedules, budget items, and action items across engineering disciplinesCoordinate deliverables, transmittals, and document control among internal disciplines, vendors, and the client, with proactive follow-up to keep reviews and approvals on scheduleMaintain accurate project quality documentation, including quality plans, deliverable lists, comment logs, and progress reportsServe as the primary quality and coordination interface with vendors from purchase order award through delivery, supporting RFQs and technical bid evaluations as neededCoordinate project meetings, document minutes and action items, and follow through to timely closureRoute, track, and support resolution of RFIs, technical queries, and design changes throughout the project lifecycleConduct field assessments and walkdowns to verify installed quality and help resolve vendor or construction issuesSupport construction, commissioning, and startup activities, including receiving inspections, punch list resolution, and as-built documentation

What You'll Bring

QUALIFICATIONS:GENERALMust be a U.S. citizen or permanent residentCandidates should be prepared to participate in a technical interview as part of the selection processThis is a fully office-based positionSKILLS & ABILITIESDemonstrated attention to detail and a consistent commitment to technical accuracy and qualityHighly organized, with the ability to track and prioritize multiple vendors, deliverables, and deadlines while maintaining reliable follow-throughAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, designers, inspectors, and construction personnel across disciplinesAdaptable and solutions-oriented, with strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills when priorities, requirements, or schedules changeProfessional written and verbal communicator who can address quality requirements clearly and confidently with vendors, clients, and field personnelEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a related engineering discipline3+ years of QA/QC, vendor inspection, or fabrication quality experience in the midstream energy, oil and gas, or petrochemical sectorExperience reviewing vendor documentation and multidisciplinary engineering drawings, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.401(k) with immediate matching and vestingFully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, VisionYour choice of PPO, HSA, FSAShort-term and long-term benefitsEmployee discounts on consumer goodsEqual Opportunity EmployerQuanta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.Job SummaryCategory: Design/EngineeringPosition Type: Full-Time RegularLocation: US-TX-Houston