Quality Director

Ecotal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecotal seeks a Quality Director to lead the development and maintenance of the Quality Assurance Program (QAP) ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations while driving productivity. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and project management across the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes building a robust QMS, overseeing inspections and testing, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced, startup-like energy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of quality experience, preferably in energy or manufacturing.
• Experience in standing up a QMS is preferred.
• Proficient with quality tools (RCA, FMEA, SPC).
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a practical Quality Assurance Program (QAP).
• Oversee inspections, testing, and validation of components to meet design requirements.
• Oversee construction testing (e.g. welds, concrete slabs, X-rays, hydrostatic tests).
• Issue, track, and resolve NCRs with contractors.
• Maintain clear quality documentation and records.
• Evaluate and audit suppliers as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Root Cause Analysis

FMEA

SPC

Job description

The Quality Director will oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company's quality assurance program (QAP) to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations while maintaining and promoting high productivity. This role is critical to ensuring that our clients nuclear energy solutions meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance. The Quality Director will collaborate with internal and external cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and project management, to maintain quality assurance throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain a practical Quality Assurance Program (QAP)
• Oversee inspections, testing, and validation to ensure components meet design requirements
• Oversee construction testing (e.g. welds, concrete slabs, X-rays, hydrostatic pressure tests)
• Issue, track, and resolve Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) with contractors
• Maintain clear and accurate quality documentation and records
• Evaluate and audit suppliers as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in quality, ideally in energy or manufacturing
• Experience in standing up a QMS is preferred
• Proficient in quality tools such as root cause analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, and Statistical Process Control
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, hands-on approach
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup-like environments