Senior Quality Specialist, ASME Expert

Velan Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

Employer retirement match 5%

Generous vacation policy

Christmas shutdown

Gym membership reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Company events & growth opportunities

Job summary

Velan Inc., a global leader in industrial valves, is seeking a Quality leader to implement and maintain the nuclear market quality strategy, ensuring compliance with ASME, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and ISO standards. You will collaborate with Quality Control, Engineering, Production, and Program Management to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field, 5+ years in manufacturing, and strong bilingual (French/English) capabilities,

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual in French and English is required.
• Experience in nuclear or other highly regulated industries is needed.
• Knowledge of ASME, API, PED and related standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the quality strategy for the nuclear market, ensuring products meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Support audits, product certifications, contract reviews, and manufacturing activities while fostering a quality culture.
• Define and implement the quality strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and implement the ASME Quality Management System to align with long-term priorities.
• Lead the contract review function across North America ensuring compliance with ASME III, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ISO 9001:2015 and CSA N299.
• Collaborate with Quality Control, Engineering, Production, and Program Management to resolve quality issues.
• Support supplier qualification and performance evaluation with clear acceptance criteria and ongoing monitoring.

Skills

Nuclear sector experience

Regulatory standards knowledge (ASME,

Education

Post-secondary or university degree in a relevant field

Job description

Velan is a global leader in the design and manufacture of industrial valves. Founded in Montreal, the company is recognized for the quality of its products, its technical expertise, and its human and collaborative corporate culture.

What We Offer

In addition to meaningful work that matches your ambitions and provides diverse learning opportunities, joining Velan means becoming part of a passionate team and enjoying exceptional working conditions:

• Competitive salary and bonus program
• Employer contribution of 5% to a retirement savings plan
• Competitive vacation policy
• Paid holiday shutdown during the Christmas season
• Annual gym membership reimbursement and other wellness initiatives
• Free on-site parking
• Company events (health, family, sports, etc.)
• Fast-track career growth and professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the company's quality strategy within the nuclear market, ensuring that all manufactured products consistently meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support audits, product certifications, contract reviews, and manufacturing activities, while fostering a strong quality culture throughout the organization, with particular attention to the stringent requirements of the nuclear industry.
• Contribute to the definition and implementation of the company's quality strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Support the continuous development and implementation of the ASME Quality Management System to ensure its robustness and alignment with the company's long‑term vision and operational priorities.
• Lead the contract review function across North America to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including ASME Section III, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ISO 9001:2015, CSA N299, and any other relevant requirements.
• Work closely with Quality Control, Engineering, Production, and Program Management teams to effectively resolve quality-related issues.
• Support supplier qualification and performance evaluation activities, ensuring consistency of purchased components through supplier certification, clearly defined acceptance criteria, and ongoing product monitoring.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary or university degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingualism in French and English.
• Proven experience in the nuclear sector or other highly regulated industries, with a strong understanding of compliance, safety, and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of technical standards and regulatory requirements, including ASME, API, PED, and other applicable industry standards.

If you recognize yourself in this profile and are excited about this opportunity, we would be delighted to learn more about you!