DFW - Railroad QPA (Quality Program Administrator)

Description:

Job Summary

A Railroad Quality Control (QC) Inspector ensures that railroad infrastructure, materials, and equipment meet safety, engineering, and regulatory standards. This role focuses on inspecting track construction, rail components, signal systems, and maintenance work to verify compliance with company specifications and federal regulations, including those enforced by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

About Terradyne Engineering

At Terradyne Engineering we have been the experts in geotechnical and environmental engineering since 1995. We love giving back to our community, and here are some of the organizations we support: American Red Cross; Habitat for Humanity; Operation Finally Home, and this is to name a few.

Requirements:

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage project quality documentation including inspection reports, testing reports, certifications, and quality records.
• Track daily inspection reports submitted by field inspectors and ensure timely submission and proper documentation.
• Maintain document control systems for project submittals, RFIs, inspection reports, testing logs, and quality records.
• Coordinate with inspectors, contractors, and materials testing laboratories to ensure required inspections and testing activities are completed according to project specifications.
• Conduct necessary Quality Assurance (QA) meetings and attend all required project coordination meetings.
• Maintain logs and tracking systems for Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and quality observations.
• Review quality documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project specifications and contract requirements.
• Assist the Quality Manager and Project Manager in preparing quality reports, meeting summaries, and project updates.
• Ensure all quality documentation complies with project quality management plans and applicable regulatory requirements, including those established by the Federal Railroad Administration.
• Coordinate with project engineers and inspectors to resolve documentation issues and ensure timely reporting.
• Maintain testing records for construction materials such as ballast, aggregate, concrete, and subgrade used in rail infrastructure construction.
• Support internal and external quality audits by organizing and providing requested documentation.
• Assist with preparation and compilation of project closeout documentation and final quality records.
• Communicate regularly with project team members to ensure all quality processes and documentation requirements are followed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Project Manager or Quality Manager.

Job Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, transportation, or related field (preferred)
• At least 5 years in railroad construction, maintenance of way (MOW), or track inspection
• Experience reading track charts, blueprints, and engineering drawings
• Outdoor fieldwork in varying weather conditions
• Along active railroad tracks and rail yards
• May require travel to multiple project sites
• Physical activity including walking long distances, climbing, and lifting
• Love and enjoy working indoors.
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Computer aptitude and ability to adapt to the company’s systems
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving history required
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to create positive and professional working relationships
• Excellent problem-solving
• High level of initiative
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Always adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
• Must be a self-starter, reliable, and come with a good and humble attitude
• Attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork, communication, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills such as Word and Excel.
• Clean MVR, background, and drug screening.
• Valid driver's license.
• Tasks assigned by the supervisor or manager

Benefits

• Medical insurance (United Healthcare)
• Dental & Vision (Guardian)
• 401K Match (Principal)
• PTO accrual since (start accruing since your 1st workday)
• 7 Paid Holidays (It varies per job site/client needs)
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and growth.
• Competitive pay commensurate with experience.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Terradyne Engineering Core Values

Integrity| Loyalty | Commitment to excellence | Ambitious/Hardworking | Passionate | Humility