Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer
SHINE TechnologiesSHINE Technologies is seeking a Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer who will be responsible for the performance of internal and external (i.e., vendor) oversight activities in support of the implementation of the SHINE ANSI/ANS 15.8 Quality Assurance Program. The Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer also supports the Diagnostics division in the implementation of the Quality Assurance Program implementing procedures and the establishment of nuclear quality assurance requirements.
Hybrid or remote work arrangement will be considered. While our headquarters is located in Janesville, Wisconsin, we welcome applicants from across the U.S. who can effectively collaborate in a virtual environment. Candidates may be asked to travel occasionally for team meetings or onsite engagements, depending on business needs.
The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $149,500 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work from home while maintaining a strong presence in our Janesville office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties and responsibilities of the Senior Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer include, but are not limited to:
- Lead (or participate in) internal and external (i.e., supplier) audits and surveillances, including the scheduling, planning, execution, and reporting of such activities.
- Reviews and evaluates audits, assessments, surveys, and accreditations conducted by external agencies.
- Maintains the approved supplier list.
- Supports the Diagnostics division in the development and revision of Quality Assurance Program implementing procedures.
- Supports the Diagnostics division in the development of quality requirements in procurement documents.
- Work closely with the Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Licensing, and Operations Teams to ensure activities affecting quality are identified and adequately implemented.
- Obtain/maintain lead auditor status.
- Participate in industry-led and regulator-led activities related to nuclear quality assurance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, scientific discipline, or related field, or equivalent experience such as a Senior Reactor Operator License or the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
- A minimum of 5 years of nuclear quality assurance experience.
- Current NQA-1 Lead Auditor Certification preferred.
- Working knowledge of the ANSI/ANS-15.8 and/or ASME NQA-1 quality standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability and willingness to travel to vendor facilities (both domestic and international).
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization, as well as interface with regulators, contractors, and suppliers.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
- Requires frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, grasping, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knees.
- Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 40 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
- Fine motor coordination and strong depth perception is beneficial.
- Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.
SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.
SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.