Quality Engineer - Power Engineering

Position Overview

We are looking for a Quality Engineer to support the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes across engineering projects. This position will partner closely with engineering, project management, construction, and quality teams to ensure work complies with company standards, project requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable industry standards.

The Quality Engineer will support the Quality Management System (QMS), participate in project audits and assessments, analyze quality trends, assist with corrective actions, and help project teams identify opportunities to improve engineering quality and execution.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Engineers delivers expertise across various power generation markets, including fossil fuels, renewables, energy storage, carbon management, geothermal, and hydrogen. Our staff partners with construction teams to deliver safe, cost-effective, and innovative solutions that meet client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence. 

Location

This position is based out of our Lenexa office. Opportunities for flexibility are available.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) across engineering projects.
• Assist project teams in developing, implementing, and maintaining Project Quality Plans.
• Support compliance with company procedures, contractual requirements, and applicable ISO 9000/9001 standards.
• Participate in project quality audits, assessments, and reviews to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Track and analyze quality metrics, trends, non-conformances, and recurring issues.
• Support the investigation of quality issues and development of root cause analyses, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
• Partner with engineering disciplines and project teams to promote consistent application of quality processes and procedures.
• Support proactive identification of project quality risks and assist teams with developing appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Review engineering documentation and project records for compliance, completeness, and accuracy.
• Maintain quality documentation and support project and corporate reporting requirements.
• Use data and reporting tools to identify trends and communicate quality performance to project stakeholders.
• Assist with training and educating project teams on quality requirements, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, project management, and other stakeholders to resolve quality-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, consistency, and overall engineering quality.
• Stay current on applicable quality standards, industry practices, and codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Construction Management, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of engineering, project quality, quality assurance, quality control, or related technical experience preferred.
• Engineering or technical background with an understanding of engineering project execution.
• Knowledge of quality management principles and ISO 9000/9001 standards.
• Experience supporting audits, assessments, corrective actions, root cause analysis, or continuous improvement initiatives preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers, project managers, construction personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI, quality management software, databases, or other data-analysis tools is preferred.
• Familiarity with engineering and construction quality processes is preferred.
• Quality certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), or Six Sigma Green Belt are a plus.