Quality Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 126,450 - 140,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is looking for a Quality Manager to lead quality assurance for AP1000 projects in Cranberry Township, PA. This hybrid role involves guiding the quality assurance strategy and ensuring compliance in large-scale nuclear energy projects.

The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in engineering and over 8 years of quality assurance experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of quality assurance experience in progressively responsible roles.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance regulations, codes, and standards.
• Ability to travel internationally for project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Guide quality assurance strategy across large-scale projects.
• Develop and manage a team of QA engineers.
• Ensure compliance with the Westinghouse Quality Management System.

Skills

Quality assurance experience

Knowledge of nuclear safety culture

Engineering knowledge

Leadership skills

Education

BS Degree in engineering or technical field

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 Quality Manager you will play a critical leadership role in delivering the next generation of nuclear energy through AP1000 projects. In this high‑impact position, you will guide quality assurance strategy across large‑scale projects — ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance.

Location and Work Arrangement

You will report to the Director of APX Quality, Environment, Health and Safety and be located at Cranberry Township, PA or Rock Hill, SC. The position is hybrid; you will be on site two days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with project teams within the APX Delivery organization to embed quality throughout the full project lifecycle from bid and proposal development through execution and delivery, including preparing QEHS inputs for proposals and leading the AP1000 quality assurance programs.
• Design and implement project‑specific quality staffing strategies, oversee the delivery of critical products and services, and build a culture of continuous improvement and nuclear safety.
• Lead the quality assurance scope for assigned projects, including developing quality and EHS cost estimates for bids and proposals, and managing project risks.
• Develop and manage a team of QA engineers responsible for implementing the Westinghouse Quality Management System, project quality plans, and procedures.
• Be the Project Quality Lead for early phases of AP1000 projects, participating in design reviews and leading internal audits, surveillances, and self‑assessments.
• Ensure QA personnel are trained with project and organizational performance goals.
• Develop and manage the annual department budget, ensuring alignment with financial targets and responsible cost control.
• Ensure compliance with the Westinghouse Quality Management System during project development and execution for AP1000 and other new plant opportunities.
• Lead organizational improvement programs, including the Corrective Action Program, Human Performance Program, and training and qualification programs.
• Champion a nuclear safety culture and foster a Safety‑Conscious Work Environment across all activities.
• Promote safe, error‑free performance through active application and promotion of Human Performance tools and organizational learning.
• Promote continuous improvement by communicating and implementing quality assurance best practices.
• Provide rigorous programmatic oversight of project activities to ensure quality and compliance standards are met.
• Identify, recommend, and implement solutions to quality issues, ensuring corrective and preventive actions with partners.

Qualifications

• BS Degree or equivalent engineering or technical degree.
• 8 plus years of quality assurance experience in positions of increasing responsibility.
• Broad knowledge of quality assurance regulations, codes and standards.
• Knowledge of engineering, manufacturing, fabrication, and testing.
• Ability to travel internationally as projects require (up to approximately 25% for peak times).

Beneficial

• ASQ CMQ/OE certification, ISO/NQA‑1 Certified Lead Auditor (optional).
• Working knowledge of U.S. commercial nuclear power regulations, e.g., 10CFR50 Appendix B, ASME NQA‑1, ASME B&PV Code, ANSI, 10CFR21, and comparable international regulations and standards (including ISO 9001 and ISO 19443) is preferred.
• Experience in the application of Nuclear Safety Culture and Human Performance principles.

Salary

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 $126,450 to $140,500 per year.

Benefits

• 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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