Impactful Nuclear Quality Engineer

Kiewit; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 112,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in North America seeks a Nuclear Quality Engineer to ensure the quality program is implemented across projects. You will report to the Quality Manager and coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and operations for construction projects.

The role administers the Project Quality Plan, conducts audits, leads root-cause analyses, mentors staff, and promotes a zero-incident safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5–10+ years in quality assurance/control in relevant sector.
• CGD implementation knowledge for materials, equipment, and services.
• Familiar with ISO 9001, NQA-1, Six Sigma; NRC guidelines preferred.
• Proficient in structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Experience with on-site construction quality controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain understanding of company standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Communicate client critique results to employees clearly and timely.
• Initiate, track, and close Corrective Action Reports (CARs).
• Facilitate Root Cause Analyses to identify systemic issues and preventive actions.
• Plan and conduct quality assessments to evaluate compliance and performance.
• Review District Quality Manuals and project-specific quality requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential quality incidents before they occur.
• Participate in all project activities, providing quality input and feedback.
• Support planning and execution of internal quality audits and surveillances.
• Provide admin support for audits, Quality initiatives, and Monthly Operations Reviews.
• Develop and deliver quality-related presentations.
• Disseminate quality information in meetings.
• Mentor project staff to promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Draft and manage Project Quality documentation, including metrics and indicators.
• Collect, organize, and analyze quality data using statistical methods.

Skills

Quality Assurance

CGD implementation

NQA-1

ISO 9001

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Safety culture

Quality documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in North America seeks a Nuclear Quality Engineer to ensure the quality program is implemented across projects. You will report to the Quality Manager and coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and operations for construction projects.

The role administers the Project Quality Plan, conducts audits, leads root-cause analyses, mentors staff, and promotes a zero-incident safety culture.