Principal Supplier Quality Engineer - Remote

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Remote; USD 103,200 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Wellness programs

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Global recognition programs

Employee referral program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer to monitor manufacturing operations and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. This remote position requires expertise in the nuclear industry, including inspection and surveillance experience.

Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and extensive knowledge of NDE and welding practices. The role also involves extensive travel, supporting supply chain functions, and quality releases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as manufacturing inspector/surveillance engineer in the nuclear industry.
• Certification in NDE or welding is preferred (such as NF EN ISO 9712, CWI or similar).
• Willing to travel often (between 50 to 75%).

Responsibilities

• Witness manufacturing activities based on the surveillance plan.
• Raise deviations to contractual requirements and issue reports.
• Issue quality release (QR) prior to shipment of equipment.
• Support supply chain and project team requests.
• Support the SQO team as a backup.

Skills

Manufacturing inspection

Surveillance engineering

Nuclear regulatory knowledge

Welding activities

NDE knowledge (UT and RT)

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role

As a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer, you will lead surveillance of the manufacturing operations performed by the supplier to assess the conformity of these operations according to the contractual requirements. You ensure that the supplier implements the nuclear safety culture and you identify and report deviations to the contractual requirements. You will review the final documentation and issue to quality release at the end of the manufacturing process. You will report to the Manager, Supplier Quality EMEA and work remote. 100% Remote role.

Key Responsibilities

• Witness the manufacturing activities such as welding, non‑destructive examination, dimensional control, destructive testing… based on the surveillance plan managed by the supply chain.
• Raise the deviation to contractual requirements in the dedicated template, issue a report after each activity of surveillance performed, review end of manufacturing reports.
• Issue quality release (QR) prior shipment of equipment. Perform unscheduled oversight based on lessons learned and weakness of supplier.
• Support supply chain and project team requests and provide information on main events occurring at the supplier facility.
• Support the SQO team as a back‑up when there are too many activities in parallel or when someone is on vacation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• 5+ years of experience as manufacturing inspector/surveillance engineer in the nuclear industry.
• Certification in NDE or welding is preferred (such as NF EN ISO 9712, CWI or similar).
• Strong knowledge of NDE, especially UT and RT, and welding activities.
• Knowledge of nuclear construction code/regulation (RCC‑M, ASME, ESPN…).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes for critical nuclear equipment.
• Willing to travel often (between 50 to 75%).

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.

Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options.
• Wellness programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well‑being including employee assistance program providing support for our employees and their household members.
• 401(k) with company match contributions to support employees' retirement.
• Paid vacations and company holidays.
• Opportunities for flexible work arrangements to promote work‑life balance.
• Educational reimbursement and comprehensive career programs to help employees grow in their careers.
• Global recognition and service programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service.
• Employee referral program.

About Westinghouse Electric Company

• Safety and quality.
• Integrity and trust.
• Customer focus and innovation.
• Speed and passion to win.
• Teamwork and accountability.

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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