Quality Director - Nuclear Energy QA Leader

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

Job summary

Ecotal in Austin, TX is seeking a seasoned Quality Director to oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s quality assurance program (QAP). You will ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations while driving productivity and reliability across nuclear energy solutions.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, and project management to maintain quality throughout the product

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, FMEA, and SPC.
• 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.

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

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field

Tools

Root Cause Analysis

FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)

Statistical Process Control

Job description

Ecotal in Austin, TX is seeking a seasoned Quality Director to oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s quality assurance program (QAP). You will ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations while driving productivity and reliability across nuclear energy solutions.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, and project management to maintain quality throughout the product