Quality Engineer III

Holtec International; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Training and educational assistance

Job summary

A leading clean energy company is seeking a Level 3 Quality Engineer to spearhead quality initiatives and ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards. This role involves defining quality strategy, mentoring engineering teams, and driving innovative quality systems. The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of experience in quality assurance, particularly within the nuclear industry, with a strong understanding of applicable regulations. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for this pivotal role in advancing enterprise-wide quality effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of quality assurance experience in the nuclear industry or in manufacturing.
• Proven track record of leading quality programs in complex, regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement strategic quality objectives.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Serve as technical authority on industry codes and standards.
• Oversee and approve complex quality documentation.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of ASME Section III & VIII

Leadership skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality management software

Job description

Job Description

Holtec International is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Level 3 Quality Engineer to lead enterprise-wide quality initiatives and ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for shaping quality strategy, driving innovation in quality systems, and serving as a technical authority on quality matters. The Level 3 Quality Engineer will provide guidance to senior leadership and mentor engineering teams across the organization.

Location

Camden, NJ

Specific Areas Of Responsibility

• Defining and implementing strategic quality objectives aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead enterprise-wide quality improvement initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the technical authority on industry codes and standards, including ASME, ISO, NQA-1, and NRC regulations.
• Oversee and approve complex quality documentation, including design verification, inspection plans, and regulatory submissions.
• Primary lead for third party audits and regulatory inspections, interface directly with NRC and other governing bodies.
• Develop and implement advanced quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, DOE, reliability engineering).
• Mentor and coach engineering and quality staff; lead technical training programs.
• Drive supplier quality strategy, including qualification, performance monitoring, and corrective action programs.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to influence product and process design for quality assurance.
• Represent the company in industry forums, technical committees, and regulatory engagements.
• Preparation and review of procedures.
• Perform oversight at vendor facilities and during construction activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and 10+ years of quality assurance experience in the nuclear industry or in manufacturing.
• Expert-level knowledge of ASME Section III & VIII, ISO 9001, NQA-1, 10CFR21, and NRC regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record of leading quality programs in complex, regulated environments.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and enterprise-level projects.

Optional Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of NDE methods.
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection tools (e.g., CMM, FARO Arm).
• Experience in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a manufacturing facility and/or engineering.
• Prior experience leading teams or mentoring junior engineers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management software.
• Proficiency in quality management software and data analysis tools.
• Experience in the development of procedures.
• Prior experience working in the nuclear industry.
• Experience with regulatory requirements for Commercial Grade Dedication.

Salary Range

$90,000 - $110,000 Annually

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates.

Holtec is an equal opportunity employer with a long-standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy.

Detailed information on the Company can be obtained by consulting the website: holtecinternational.com.