Quality Specialist - Nuclear

Tetra Tech; Pickering; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Pickering, Ontario is seeking a Quality Specialist to support QA programs, improve processes, and ensure ISO/NQA-1 compliance across projects. The role collaborates with QA Manager, project teams, and clients to document quality requirements, prepare reports, and drive continual improvement.

You will review QA processes, coordinate audits, manage NCRs/CARs/OFIs, oversee supplier QA activities, and help roll out training to staff to reinforce updated quality procedures.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of quality assurance, process improvement, or regulatory compliance experience (nuclear or engineering consulting preferred).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, CSA N299, CSA N286, or ASME NQA-1 standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Quality Program Support: Support the implementation and continual improvement of the Nuclear Quality Management System (NQMS).
• Client & Stakeholder Support: Assist with preparing materials, documentation, and reports for client-facing quality meetings.
• Nonconformance & Corrective Actions: Track NCRs, CARs, and OFIs and ensure timely closure.
• Supplier Oversight Support: Support supplier quality assurance activities, including supplier qualification documentation and audits.
• Training & Awareness: Assist in preparing training materials and organization-wide rollouts to update QA processes.

Skills

Quality assurance

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Project management tools

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

We are currently seeking a Quality Specialist for our Pickering, ON office. This posting is for an existing vacancy for which we are actively recruiting. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This role focuses on maintaining and improving QA processes, preparing documentation, and assisting with client-facing quality initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the QA Manager and project teams to ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, CSA N299.1, CSA N286, and ASME NQA-1 requirements.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required by the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your Role

Responsibilities

Quality Program Support

• Support the implementation and continual improvement of the Nuclear Quality Management System (NQMS).
• Review existing QA processes, identify improvement opportunities, and implement changes in collaboration with the QA Manager.
• Prepare, update, and maintain quality documentation, procedures, and forms.
• Assist with oversight reviews, internal audits, and preparation for client or regulatory audits.
• Coordinate and manage standard maintenance activities, including renewals and purchases.

Client & Stakeholder Support

• Assist with preparing materials, documentation, and reports for client-facing quality meetings.
• Support Project Managers and Engineers by clarifying quality requirements and expectations.
• Contribute to presentations and reports that demonstrate compliance and performance to clients.

Nonconformance & Corrective Actions

• Track and monitor Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Corrective Action Reports (CARs), and Opportunities for Improvement (OFIs).
• Support the QA Manager in ensuring timely closure and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.

Supplier Oversight Support

• Support supplier quality assurance activities, including supplier qualification documentation, performance tracking, and audit preparation.

Training & Awareness

• Assist in the preparation of training and awareness materials related to QA processes, procedures, and continual improvement initiatives.
• Organize and oversee general rollouts for all staff to ensure awareness and adherence to updated quality processes and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  • 2–5 years of quality assurance, process improvement, or regulatory compliance experience (nuclear or engineering consulting preferred).
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, CSA N299, CSA N286, or ASME NQA-1 standards is preferred.
• Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with an ability to evaluate and improve processes.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to prepare professional client-facing documentation.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint; experience with quality or project management tools is an asset.
  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.

Compensation

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $95,000 to $135,000 per annum. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining compensation, including but not limited to education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Additional Information

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational and security) and professional reference checks are required. Some Tetra Tech positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 500 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees - 25,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech CNU hereby confirms that no artificial intelligence systems are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applicant information is reviewed and assessed exclusively by human decision-makers throughout every stage of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Additional Information

• Organization: 717 CNU