Role Overview
The Staff Quality Control (QC) Engineer at Crusoe is a full-time, field-driven position based on-site in Abilene, Texas, within the Digital Infrastructure Group. This role ensures the integrity, performance, and reliability of mission-critical data center infrastructure by supporting construction execution, system installation, and commissioning readiness. It is an ideal opportunity for an experienced quality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to cutting-edge AI infrastructure development.
Key Responsibilities
Execute and support the site-level quality assurance and quality control program for large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects.
Develop, maintain, and execute Inspection Test Plans, checklists, inspection workflows, and quality documentation.
Perform rigorous field inspections across civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, controls, and commissioning scopes, focusing heavily on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) system quality.
Validate all installations against design drawings, specifications, submittals, requests for information, approved materials, building codes, and commissioning expectations.
Collaborate with construction managers, general contractors, subcontractors, third-party inspectors, and commissioning teams to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
Coordinate with authorities having jurisdiction and third-party special inspectors regarding code compliance and inspection sign-offs.
Track and manage deficiencies, punch list items, inspection findings, and non-conformance reports through successful closure.
Review test reports, inspection records, redlines, as-builts, operations and maintenance manuals, and turnover documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Conduct root cause analysis for defects, rework, failed inspections, and recurring quality challenges to drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in construction quality assurance, quality engineering, field engineering, commissioning support, or closely related construction roles.
Strong working knowledge of MEP systems, encompassing electrical distribution, cooling and mechanical systems, and controls.
Demonstrated hands-on experience performing field inspections, managing non-conformance reports, handling deficiency tracking, and maintaining quality documentation.
Proven ability to interpret complex technical drawings, specifications, submittals, and test reports.
Capability to support commissioning readiness, system turnover, and closeout documentation in a dynamic construction environment.
Excellent attention to detail combined with a disciplined approach to documentation and follow-through.
Strong communication skills suited for interacting with trade partners, inspectors, and internal stakeholders.
Analytical mindset capable of utilizing quality data and defect trends to enhance execution.
Ability to work on-site full-time in Abilene, Texas.
Nice to Have
Prior experience working on data center or hyperscale construction projects.
Background in complex industrial environments such as semiconductors, healthcare facilities, refineries, central plants, or power generation infrastructure.
Direct collaboration experience with professional commissioning teams.
Familiarity with construction management platforms such as Procore, BIM360, Autodesk Build, or Bluebeam.
Professional certifications including CQM, CQI, PMP, ASQ, or equivalent credentials.
Skills and Tools
Field Inspection and Quality Management
MEP Systems Evaluation and Testing
Deficiency and Non-Conformance Report Tracking
Blueprint and Technical Drawing Interpretation
Commissioning Readiness and Turnover Documentation
Construction Management Software Familiarity
Salary and Benefits
Annual base salary ranging from $135,000 to $165,000, plus performance bonus opportunities.
Restricted Stock Units included with all formal offers.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage with employer contributions to a Health Savings Account.
Paid time off, paid holidays, and structured leave of absence programs.
401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4 percent of salary.
Paid parental leave, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Mental health and wellness support, commuter benefits, and a daily meals allowance.
Cell phone stipend, volunteer time off, and global travel insurance with emergency assistance.
About the Company
Crusoe operates as a vertically integrated artificial intelligence infrastructure company built from the ground up to power the world's most demanding AI workloads. By owning and operating every layer of the technology stack from energy sources to digital tokens, the organization takes an energy-first approach to solving power and infrastructure bottlenecks. Crusoe brings together experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services to build sustainable and rapid computing solutions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Crusoe careers page to submit an application for the Staff Quality Control Engineer position.
