Construction Quality Engineer I – II, Solar

Mortenson

. Implement and support execution of the Project Quality Plan and 3-Phase Process from notice to proceed through final acceptance .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $76,600 - $120,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing and supporting project quality plans, conducting quality assessments, and managing non-conformance reports. Proficient in quality incident reporting, root-cause analysis, and training project personnel on quality systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Quality Plan ImplementationNon-Conformance Report ManagementQuality Assessment and AuditsConstructability and Quality ReviewsSolar Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Quality Incident ReportingRoot-Cause AnalysisConstructability ReviewsQuality Reviews of Design DocumentsShop Drawing ReviewsSubmittal ReviewsProject Quality AssessmentsCorrective and Preventive ActionsPunch-List ManagementStandard Work Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong Teamwork OrientationEffective CommunicationActive ListeningIndependent WorkerCoaching and Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeProcoreBuild CognitionArcGISQuick CaptureSurvey123

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural EngineeringCurrent Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

EPC ContractsConstruction DocumentsDesign-Bid-Build ProcessSolar IndustryRenewables Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement and support execution of the Project Quality Plan and 3-Phase Process from notice to proceed through final acceptance
Monitor material and work inspections across mechanical and electrical scopes
Track QA inspections and identify non-conformances with project requirements
Manage Non-Conformance Reports and the Request for Information process through corrective actions
Communicate with Engineers of Record and support quality incident reporting and root-cause analysis
Complete Project Quality Assessments and audits
Guide corrective and preventive actions
Serve as a technical resource and coach Quality Technicians, field/project engineers, and Craft QC personnel
Train project personnel on roles, responsibilities, and processes supporting Mortenson’s Quality System
Resolve technical issues with customers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
Ensure design documents meet customer requirements
Capture and share project best practices
Identify opportunities to enhance margin or minimize risk through means-and-methods or material selection
Write and maintain procedures, process maps, and standard work
Verify punch-list management and closeout verification and validations
Support preconstruction planning, golden-row installation, and supplier and factory-acceptance activities
Foster teamwork, promote diversity, and build cross-cultural relationships
Travel between 25% and 50%, with busier periods potentially reaching 75%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum one year of experience within the design, engineering, manufacturing, or construction industry for Quality Engineer I
Minimum of two years’ experience within the design, engineering, construction, or other related industries for Quality Engineer II
Solar or renewables experience preferred
Current driver’s license
Ability to conduct constructability reviews, quality reviews of design documents, shop drawing reviews, and submittal reviews
Knowledge of EPC contracts, construction documents, and the design-bid-build process
Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge of solar mechanical and electrical scopes, including piles, trackers, modules, terminations, grounding and bonding
Self-starter, independent worker, and proficient in MS Office, Procore, Build Cognition, and ArcGIS applications such as Quick Capture and Survey123
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
Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and prescription drug plans including 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
Incentive plan eligibility