Quality Control - Renton, United States - King County

Description

Road Services Division, Engineering Section is recruiting for a Senior Engineer to Join their highly productive team.

As the Quality Control (Senior Engineer), you will be under the supervision of the Materials Engineer IV within a quality control/assurance team.

The primary responsibility is to ensure material certification and documentation for various road, drainage, and bridge projects. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and adherence to quality standards. If you have a passion for ensuring project integrity and enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment, we encourage you to apply
Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice
The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering

Equity, Racial and Social Justice

in every aspect of our work.

Our commitment to "

True North

" values which ensures every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential and forms the core of our mission and purpose.

Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve.

Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases.

We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.

Applying

equity, racial, and social justice principles

is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees.

In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

Implement quality manual and testing procedures to maintain Accreditation for AASHTO R-18, CCRL and Nuclear Radiation.
Lead four material testing staff and provide workload allocation and scheduling.
Review Specifications, Construction Plans, and Special Provisions to create the Record of Materials (ROM).
Coordinate WSDOT fabrication inspection for structural materials on road and bridge projects.
Review material test reports and approve material source requests and Requests for Material Approval (RAM).
Provide quality control/assurance documentation and participate in federal and state audits of material documentation and test results.
Research and prepare special provisions for materials related items.
Oversee the maintenance and calibration of Laboratory Equipment.
Troubleshoot construction materials and testing related problems.
Maintain and research current technologies and act as an internal purchasing agent for materials and testing needs.
Other duties as assigned.

A bachelor's degree in civil engineering and eight (8) years of progressively responsible materials engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Thorough knowledge of AASHTO R-18 and CCRL Laboratory Accreditation requirements.

Knowledge of construction material testing and acceptance procedures for road and bridge construction following WSDOT, ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, and APWA.

Practical experience to resolve materials construction related problems.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications and prepare and write specifications for special provisions.
Ability to research and implement new technologies in material testing equipment and testing procedures.
Prepare and provide quality control/assurance cost estimates for projects.
Knowledge of testing equipment problems, mechanical issues, and repairs.
Very strong organizational skills and construction record keeping.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a PE license.
Prior experience managing an accredited construction materials testing lab.
Thorough knowledge of construction material testing and acceptance procedures.
Hands-on experience in material documentation and federal and state audits.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License (or the ability to obtain one prior to start date), and the ability to operate a motor vehicle safely throughout King County.

Must be able to perform work in the office and field.
Must be able to bend and lift to load equipment into vehicles.


INTERVIEW SCHEDULE:

If you are selected to move forward after, you will be invited for a 45-minute virtual interview the week of 05/06/24.

WHO MAY APPLY:
This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer.


APPLICATION PROCESS:
A full and complete King County application is required.

You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.

Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.

WORK SCHEDULE:
The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 6.30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours.

This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standard Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval.

EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS:

This position has been designated (Non-Mission Critical) - Employees who staff county functions or services that may be delayed, suspended, or diverted in an emergency while essential functions are prioritized Mission Critical.

Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather.

For more detailed information, please visit

HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations

and the

King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency

.


UNION MEMBERSHIP:

This position is represented by:
C1 PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP

TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT
This is a hybrid position. The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position will include regular and ongoing in-office work.
Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

King County has a robust collection of

tools and resources

to support working remotely.

The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.

To learn more about the

Road Services Division


please visit our websites at:

Road Services Division:
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Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence.

Are you ready to make a difference?

Come join the team

dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our

"True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

Are you ready to Apply?
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Marwan Alqaysi
Human Resource Analyst

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