My client is an energy service company that specializes in Automation Solutions, I&E Construction Services, Power Generation and Packaged Equipment for the Energy and Industrial markets. Our expertise encompasses the full spectrum of system technologies from pneumatic - hydraulic control systems to state-of-the-art programmable solutions to chemical injection systems, and everything in-between.
We are seeking an onsite Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer to join our DOE & Renewables BU at our Spring, Texas facility. This role is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and improving the company s Nuclear Quality Assurance Program, ensuring nuclear products, services, and suppliers meet applicable regulatory, code, and customer requirements. It is a great opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding environment with some of the most talented professionals in the energy industry. The ideal candidate will possess a basic understanding of ASME Section III, 10CFR50 Appendix B, 10CFR21, and NQA-1 and have a desire to be trained and mentored to achieve an expert level of understanding of these standards. The candidate may work toward becoming a qualified NQA-1 lead auditor and will have some experience working in the nuclear power industry. Prior experience in AP 1000, SMR/ MMR advanced reactor startups, national laboratories, or first-of-a-kind (FOAK) programs is a strong plus. Candidates with previous ASME Survey experience is highly desirable and will support the responsibilities of the position.
Requirements
- Interpret and apply nuclear quality requirements including ASME Section III, ASME NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR Part 21, ISO 19443, and ISO 9001.
- Implement and maintain the Nuclear Quality Assurance Program across the supply chain, engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and testing activities.
- Serve as a primary quality interface with customers, regulators, Authorized Inspection Agencies (AIA), and registrars (e.g., NRC, ASME, NUPIC).
- Support and participate in ASME certification audits, customer audits, and supplier audits.
- Support and maintenance of ASME certificates.
- Review nonconformance reports, corrective actions, and evaluations for 10 CFR Part 21 applicability.
- Support internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support preparation of ASME Code Data Report Forms for Section III components.
- Organize and maintain nuclear quality records in accordance with retention requirements.
- Define and develop quality standards for receiving in-process and final inspection in accordance with company and contractual requirements.
- Meet with customers, vendors, and various internal stakeholders to resolve quality problems and to provide information
- Participate in and lead audits.
- Provide technical support to inspection personnel as needed.
- Support development, control, and maintenance of QA procedures, work instructions, and records.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Experience supporting FOAK hardware, rapid program development, or hybrid nuclear/DOE environments.
- Qualification or progress toward NQA-1 Lead Auditor.
- Ability to derive and analyze data to develop trend charts.
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and standard quality tools.
Required Experience & Education
- 3-5 plus years of experience working in the nuclear industry.
- BS Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline in Navy or Military school.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
- Ability to sit, balance and climb ladders, scaffolds and other objects.
- Ability to move in and around confined and cluttered places and uneven areas.
- Ability to distinguish colors.
Offered Benefits
- 401(k)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long term Disability insurance
- Voluntary benefits
- FSA and HSA
- PTO
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