Quality Control Engineer

Quality Control Engineer

Location: Denver, CO

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $65.00-$68.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Standard full-time schedule, generally starting between 7:00-8:00 AM; overtime not expected but may occur during spring/fall
• Travel Requirements: Frequent travel to Colorado generating plants; approximately 5-10% out-of-state travel; expenses reimbursed at cost (mileage, lodging, meals where eligible); no per diem
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This Quality Control Engineer role supports approximately 500 active power generation projects across Colorado. The position supports 20-25 Project Managers within Base Capital and implements QA/QC processes for high-risk projects at power plants. The work model is semi-hybrid and primarily field-based, typically involving 3-4 days onsite at plant locations and 1 day home/office. The assigned office may be Blake Street or MDC, though most work is performed at generating plants. The role operates within a highly collaborative environment supporting internal plant customers, project managers, operations personnel, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review quality management plans
• Perform field inspections, monitor contractor work, and ensure installation compliance to plans and specifications
• Support commissioning and startup activities
• Identify defects and non-conformances
• Perform walkdowns, audits, and field reporting
• Review project plans, schedules, and quality documentation
• Update and support project-specific quality plans
• Conduct site inspections, installation walkdowns, and contractor oversight
• Attend 7:00 AM plant POD meetings when onsite
• Coordinate shop visits, testing activities, and issue resolution
• Track quality findings and support corrective actions

Ramp-Up Expectations:

• Week 1: Onboarding, access setup, plant visits, and project familiarization
• Month 1: Learn policies, procedures, job aids, and training materials
• Month 3: Assigned projects, quality plan reviews, and field activities
• Month 6: Independent ownership of quality plan approvals, contractor support, and field reporting

Required Skills

• QA/QC experience including inspections, testing procedures, and defect identification
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Valid driver license and reliable transportation
• Strong organization, prioritization, communication, and self-directed work habits

Preferred Skills

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Quality inspection background
• Welding Inspector (CWI)
• Lean Six Sigma or other Lean certifications
• Quality Auditor certifications
• Bluebeam, Procore experience
• Utility, heavy industrial, manufacturing, civil, or telecom experience

Education Requirements

• Engineering degree required (Mechanical or Electrical preferred; Civil/Structural acceptable) or Construction Management degree

Required Experience

• 3-7 years of industrial, utility, oil & gas, power generation, or similar experience

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Semi-hybrid; primarily field-based - typically 3-4 days onsite at plant locations and 1 day home/office
• Frequent travel to Colorado generating plants
• Approximately 5-10% out-of-state travel
• PPE provided; steel-toe boots required with reimbursement available (up to approximately $75 one-time)

Important Notes

• Interview Process: Resume review approximately one week after posting; virtual interview format; small panel interview (2-3 participants); typically one interview round, with a second round only for closely matched finalists

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This major U.S. utilities and renewable energy organization serves more than 3.7 million electric customers and 2.1 million natural gas customers across eight states - Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico, and Texas - making it one of the nation's leading energy providers. The company is actively investing in the clean energy transition, expanding renewable generation and grid modernization across its broad service territory. Teams here span electrical and civil engineers, grid operations specialists, environmental scientists, IT and cybersecurity professionals, and finance and regulatory analysts who collaborate to deliver reliable, affordable energy to homes and businesses across the Midwest and Southwest United States. For professionals seeking stable, long-term careers at the intersection of traditional utility operations and the modern clean energy buildout, this organization offers meaningful work and the stability of operating essential infrastructure for millions of customers.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-10010 Industry: Manufacturing & Operations

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