Quality Engineer-Civil

On behalf of our client, we are actively looking for a Quality Control Engineer for their location in Barrie, ON. This will be for a day shift. A fantastic opportunity to work with a leader in their industry!

The QC Engineer will work directly with the QC Manager, providing hands-on support in daily quality control operations, technical reviews, documentation, and process improvements. This is a growth-oriented position designed for an individual who is eager to develop leadership skills and advance into a Quality Control Manager role through demonstrated performance and initiative.
The QC Engineer will assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive quality management systems to ensure that all manufactured products meet or exceed industry standards, client specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving product consistency, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all production units.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Project Quality Oversight
• Review project specifications, drawings, and contracts to determine quality and testing requirements
• Develop and maintain project-specific quality control plans, inspection schedules, and documentation
• Coordinate with project managers to integrate quality milestones into project timelines
• Conduct quality reviews at critical project phases and hold points
• Ensure full traceability of materials, inspection records, and test results
• Take QVE responsibilities and prepare, sign and seal Certificate of Conformance
• Review of precast reports

Team Collaboration & Training

• Work closely with the QC Manager and the quality control team to support production operations
• Assist in developing and delivering training programs for QC personnel
• Develop and review SOP & Work instructions
• Promote a strong culture of quality awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with plant Managers to resolve quality issues and implement preventive actions

Compliance & Reporting

• Support compliance with applicable standards and certifications, including CSA, AWWA, NSF-61, CPCQA, BNQ, and Schedule A
• Assist in maintaining annual certifications such as SCC, and in responding to DSM inquiries
• Prepare and maintain quality reports, metrics, and performance summaries for management review
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and third-party inspection agencies to address technical and compliance matters
• Support management of NCRs, corrective actions, and root cause analysis

Skills, Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• P.Eng. designation
• Minimum 3 years of quality control experience within the precast industry
• Proven track record working with MTO, Metrolinx, and City of Toronto projects
• Thorough understanding of CSA A23.1/2, CSA A23.4, and OPSS standards
• Strong technical knowledge of concrete QC testing methods including AVS, RCP, Salt Scaling, Linear Shrinkage, Compressive Strength, and Flexural Beam testing
• Proficiency in quality management systems, documentation control, and inspection equipment
• Ability to interpret working drawings and fabrication details
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• High attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality excellence
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills