NEON Quality Engineer - CO

Battelle • Boulder, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Company Overview Battelle manages and operates the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) program, which is solely funded by the National Science Foundation. A 30+ year project dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology, the observatory’s scientists and engineers are collecting a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems. Our teams use cutting-edge technology, including an airborne observation platform that captures images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews who observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil and water data. Once structures are completed, a leading-edge cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information. The Observatory includes more than 500+ personnel and is the first of its kind designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales. Job Summary We are currently seeking a NEON Quality Engineer . This is an onsite position located in Boulder, CO . The NEON Quality Engineer is part of a team that performs activities in the Assembly, Repair, and Calibration (ARC) Laboratories which manages environmental monitoring sensors and equipment. The Quality Engineer will carry out audits to ensure quality objectives of the NEON project are met including evaluation of external laboratory quality systems and internal audits of the assembly, repair and calibration laboratories. The Quality Engineer will be responsible for the support of the assembly, repair and calibration quality systems and continual improvement of the operating laboratories. In addition, the Quality Engineer will contribute to the operations, development and assurance of quality systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related scientific field with five (5) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of industry experience in an engineering capacity, including at least one (1) year of experience as a Quality Engineer.
• Apply strong knowledge of mathematics and statistics to support quality analysis and problem-solving efforts.
• Review QA/QC plans and procedures and provide actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate effectively within a scientific or engineering environment to achieve program objectives.
• Maintain familiarity with ISO 17025 accreditation requirements or comparable quality standards.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, Visio, etc.) to analyze data, document processes, and support reporting activities.
• Work effectively across diverse teams and cross-functional organizations.
• Manage multiple priorities with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats, including preparation of technical documentation.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate, influence, and negotiate when appropriate.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing productively within a team environment.
• Solve complex problems by applying technical expertise, sound judgment, and creative thinking to both short- and long-term challenges.
• Maintain a high level of accountability to ensure the protection and security of company data.
• Travel as required to support project and organizational needs.
• Operate company vehicles as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Supports department manager and supervisor for meeting quality objectives for the NEON project.
• Perform internal and external audits of the labs to ensure quality objectives for the NEON program.
• Perform and complete cross training for testing and calibration of sensors.
• Provide issue and problem tracking and resolution to support project operations.
• Coordinate across departments and external suppliers to ensure issue and problem resolutions and to ensure quality objectives for the project.
• Coordinate QA/QC data flows with other related NEON groups.
• Calibrate and validate sensors and auxiliary reference materials.
• Support laboratory standards maintenance and calibrations.
• Lead ongoing quality assurance activities including ensuring traceability to nationally and/or internationally recognized standards or first principles.
• Provide continuous improvement to laboratory procedures implemented for assembly, repair and calibration functions.
• Maintain and help troubleshoot measurement fixtures used for the functionality and calibration of sensors.
• Ensure completeness of required documentation (e.g. procedures, engineering schematics, design descriptions, operation procedures, troubleshooting manuals, block diagrams, bill of materials, etc.) related to areas of responsibility and coordinate updates as required.
• Follow NEON and laboratory specific safety requirements, policy and procedures.

Benefits

• Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
• A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
• You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders Give back to and improve our communities
• Vaccinations & Safety Protocols Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level