Senior Quality Engineer

Ferretti Search is proud to partner with a leading provider of high-integrity safety systems to identify their next Quality Engineer for a specialized fabrication and integration project in Columbia, SC. This is a senior technical leadership role ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory and safety standards across a multi-million-dollar fabrication effort. Quality Engineer – Fabrication & IntegrationLocation: Columbia, SC (Onsite with travel to subcontractor facilities)Compensation: $125,000–$160,000 base salaryBenefits: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k) plan; paid time off; and other standard perksWhat’s in it for you?Growth Potential:

Join a company growing 15–20% year over year and recently awarded several large contracts—you’ll have ample opportunity to expand your scope and influence. Career Advancement: This role is a clear stepping stone toward becoming a Quality Department Manager, with leadership responsibilities increasing as the team and project portfolio expand. Regulatory Leadership: Own quality assurance for a high-stakes fabrication project subject to rigorous safety and containment standards. Technical Authority: Serve as the primary quality representative, reporting to the VP of Quality and collaborating with engineering, procurement, and project teams. Process Ownership:

Develop and implement project-specific quality plans, inspection programs, and corrective-action processes. Cross-Functional Impact: Lead and mentor QA/QC personnel and subcontractor teams to uphold best practices in welding, material traceability, leak testing, and assembly verification. What will your day look like?Lead quality assurance activities from planning through final acceptance and turnover. Manage subcontractor qualifications, audits, and source inspections for critical fabrication stages. Oversee nonconformance evaluations, root-cause analyses, and corrective actions. Interface with project management to balance technical, schedule, and quality priorities. Prepare and maintain compliant QA documentation and data packages for customer and regulatory review.

Present quality status and improvement recommendations in management review meetings. Who are you?Seasoned Quality Professional: 7+ years of QA/QC experience in highly regulated fabrication or construction environments. Standards Expert: Working knowledge of quality systems and performance standards under stringent safety regulations. Technical Communicator: Able to influence cross-functional teams and escalate issues diplomatically. Process-Driven Leader: Skilled in inspection planning, supplier oversight, and integrity testing (leak, airflow, welding). Tool Proficient: Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills; experience with document control and reporting software. Certified Inspector: AWS Certified Welding Inspector required; additional non-destructive testing or project management credentials preferred. Education Background:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related discipline preferred; Associate’s degree with extensive field experience considered. Application & Contact InformationTo be considered, please apply directly or email your resume to Matt Roe at mroe@ferrettisearch. com. Related Terms: Quality Engineer, QA Lead, Fabrication Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Welding Inspection, Leak Testing, NQA-1, Supplier Qualification, Continuous Improvement, Quality AssuranceFerretti Search is an award-winning Recruitment Firm specializing in Executive Recruiting and Staffing. Our product is people.

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