Remote Nuclear QA Manager - Quality & Compliance Lead

AtkinsRéalis; Oak Ridge (TN); Remote; USD 102,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager Energy – Remote, based from Oak Ridge, TN. You will lead implementing and maintaining QA programs to meet 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, NQA-1, and regulatory requirements, while guiding QA staff and coordinating with engineers, procurement, and project teams to ensure high quality across nuclear projects.

You will oversee audits, corrective actions, supplier qualifications, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance and strong safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field.
• 10+ years of QA oversight in Commercial Nuclear.
• Experience with 10 CFR 50, Appendix B, NRC RG 1.28, NQA-1.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Detailed knowledge of applicable codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to manage QA activities on a project or discipline.
• Lead auditor certification per NQA-1.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementing and maintaining the QA program per nuclear industry standards.
• Audit, supplier qualification, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
• Provide QA program oversight for projects and QA program elements.
• Develop staff, set goals, conduct performance reviews and coaching.
• Train QA and QC staff on QA/QC matters and ensure compliance.
• Review contracts to identify QA requirements and ensure compliance.
• Lead internal audits, management assessments, and surveillance schedules.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce risk and strengthen safety culture.

Skills

QA oversight

Nuclear standards

Communication

Problem solving

QA systems

Auditing leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager Energy – Remote, based from Oak Ridge, TN. You will lead implementing and maintaining QA programs to meet 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, NQA-1, and regulatory requirements, while guiding QA staff and coordinating with engineers, procurement, and project teams to ensure high quality across nuclear projects.

You will oversee audits, corrective actions, supplier qualifications, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance and strong safety