Quality Assurance Director (Nuclear)

EnergySolutions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

EnergySolutions is seeking an experienced QA leader to drive robust QA programs across multiple projects and sites. The role requires oversight of QA activities, continuous improvement, and regulatory alignment with NRC and DOE requirements.

You will partner with Engineering, Operations and clients to integrate quality into project execution and manage QA staff and budgets. Travel to facilities will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or 15+ years of QA leadership experience.
• Extensive knowledge of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, NRC requirements and DOE quality requirements.
• Experience developing and maintaining QA programs for nuclear construction, decommissioning, engineering or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Directs QA activities for market segments to ensure high quality products and services.
• Provides effective oversight of QA programs and QA program elements.
• Identifies and plans actions for continuous improvement in QA effectiveness and efficiency.
• Works with Engineering and Operations to develop schedules, plans and cost estimates for QA activities.
• Assists and supports resolution of conditions adverse to quality.
• Manages staff selection, development and retention; conducts performance reviews.

Skills

QA leadership

Regulatory compliance

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

NQA-1

DOE QA requirements

Job description

Job Summary

Is responsible for the effective development and implementation of QA programs/program elements to ensure all products and services meet organizational standards and customer requirements. Is responsible for the independent oversight of business group/project Quality Assurance (QA) Program activities. Ensures adequate QA support is provided to business groups/projects/facilities.

Job Duties/Tasks/Responsibilities

• Directs QA activities for market segments to ensure high quality products and services for customers and continued company financial health.
• Provides effective oversight of business groups'/projects' QA Program and QA Program elements.
• Identifies and plans actions that provide continuous improvement in both effectiveness and efficiency of QA functions.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends investments in technology, capital and other assets that will improve the quality of raw materials, in-process products and finished products.
• Works with organizations such as Engineering and Operations to develop schedules, project plans and cost estimates for implementing new activities, procedures and methods for improving the quality and performance of products and services.
• Assists and supports the resolution of conditions adverse to quality.
• Ensures the consistent application of policies, programs and procedures across business groups/project organizations.
• Performs independent investigations, assessments and cause analyses.
• Consolidates and analyzes QA metrics and provides support to management as needed.
• Represents EnergySolutions QA interests in business development activities, including, but not limited to, bid and proposal efforts and cost estimates for QA activities.
• Ensures QA capabilities and resources are adequate for supporting operations.
• Manages staff selection, development and retention. Establishes and monitors work goals and objectives. Evaluates employees through performance reviews, ongoing coaching and feedback methods.
• Provides direction and guidance to QA staff on all quality matters.
• Develops/provides input to budgets to ensure proper funding is available for QA activities. Administers budget according to plan. Monitors budget variances. Provides explanations on variances and takes appropriate action.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required in a technical field or a minimum of 15 years of experience in the QA field.

Certifications

• Certification as a lead auditor per NQA-1 preferred.

Required Experience

• A minimum of 15 years of demonstrated QA leadership experience developing and maintaining QA programs for nuclear construction, decommissioning, nuclear engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of applicable quality and regulatory requirements, including 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, NRC requirements, and DOE quality requirements, as applicable to project scope.

Preferred Experience

• A minimum of 20 years experience developing and maintaining QA programs for nuclear engineering or manufacturing.
• Ability to partner with Engineering, Operations, Projects, Regulatory, and client organizations to integrate quality into project execution and drive a strong safety and quality culture.
• Experience managing QA organizations supporting multiple projects, sites, or business units, with demonstrated ability to balance regulatory compliance, project execution, and organization performance.
• Previous experience in the commercial nuclear power industry.

Required and Desired Skills

• Requires 50% travel to various facilities and project sites.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Advanced training, briefing and presentation skills (especially with large groups)
• Working knowledge of applicable quality-related codes, standards and regulatory requirements
• Strong understanding of how to prescribe, apply and assess compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations
• Detailed knowledge of investigative and/or root cause analysis techniques
• Intermediate knowledge of the development of QA policy/program/procedural documents
• Proven ability to manage and/or monitor multiple projects and activities occurring simultaneously
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, facilities and locations
• Proven ability to manage complex nuclear QA Programs in a variety of organizations

Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to carry, up to 20 pounds; handle and reach below shoulder
• Ability to use hands to accomplish tasks as assigned
• Ability to sit, walk, climb and bend/stoop
• Ability to effectively communicate; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
• Ability to see close and distance; basic colors/shades
• Ability to work inside an office and outside
• Ability to work with moving objects/hazardous machines and slippery/uneven walking surfaces
• Ability to work alone, work with others, and interact with the public
• Ability to drive a vehicle, travel overnight and perform under deadline pressure

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.