Nuclear Quality Engineer - Field Roles, Multi-Site

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

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a Nuclear Quality Engineer to oversee the Project Quality Plan across multiple locations, including Oak Ridge, Lenexa, and Denver. You will ensure QA programs are implemented, coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and operations, and drive continuous improvement.

You will report to the Quality Manager and mentor staff while maintaining strong safety and quality culture throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline is required.
• 5–10+ years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, or a closely related field; 3-5+ years in engineering design.
• Working knowledge of CGD implementation for materials, equipment, and services.
• Familiarity with QA standards such as NQA-1, ISO 9001, Six Sigma, and NRC Regulatory Guides.
• Proficient in structured problem-solving and causal analysis.
• Working knowledge of quality control procedures related to construction and field execution.
• Ability to access active construction sites and work in varying climates.
• Motivated self-starter with commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.
• Passion for safety and zero-incident culture.
• Team player able to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain understanding of company standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Communicate client feedback to employees clearly and timely.
• Initiate, implement, 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.
• Maintain knowledge of District Quality Manuals and project-specific quality requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential quality incidents.
• Participate in project activities providing QA input.
• Support internal quality audits and surveillances.
• Develop and deliver quality-related presentations.
• Disseminate quality information at meetings.
• Mentor project staff and promote a culture of quality.
• Draft and manage Project Quality documentation.
• Collect, organize, and analyze quality data using statistics.

Skills

Quality assurance

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Safety culture

Construction site access

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CGD

NQA-1

ISO 9001

Six Sigma

NRC Regulatory Guides

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a Nuclear Quality Engineer to oversee the Project Quality Plan across multiple locations, including Oak Ridge, Lenexa, and Denver. You will ensure QA programs are implemented, coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and operations, and drive continuous improvement.

You will report to the Quality Manager and mentor staff while maintaining strong safety and quality culture throughout the project lifecycle.