Quality Engineer- Nuclear Solutions-NQA

Quality Engineer – Kiewit Nuclear Solutions – NQA1

Location:

Lenexa, KS;
Houston, TX;
Oak Ridge, TN;
Aiken, SC

Requisition
Job Level: Mid Level
Department:
Quality

Employment Type:

Full Time

As a Quality Engineer, you will report directly to the Quality Manager and administer the Project Quality Plan for the U.S. Navy Spent Fuel Handling Project. You will ensure the quality program is implemented throughout the project and coordinate Project Quality Plan activities across engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and operations.

• Maintain a high level of understanding of company standards and guidelines.
• Provide updates to employees on client critique results.
• Initiate, implement, and close Corrective Action Reports.
• Facilitate Root/Apparent Cause Analysis.
• Plan and perform quality assessments.
• Maintain a solid knowledge base of District Quality Manuals and project requirements.
• Identify potential quality incidents before they arise.
• Participate in all project activities and provide input/feedback related to quality assurance.
• Assist in planning and participation in internal quality audits/surveillance; conduct reviews of required documents and support materials, interview staff, and administer online audit questions to assess compliance with documented procedures.
• Provide administrative support for audits, other Quality Department programs and initiatives, and Monthly Operations Reviews.
• Facilitate quality presentations and disseminate quality information at department discipline meetings.
• Mentor Project Staff and promote a culture of Quality.
• Draft and maintain Project Quality documents, including required quality activities and associated metrics.
• Collect and sort quality data and perform statistical analysis to enable proactive solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 2–5+ years of quality or related experience.
• 1 year of nuclear experience.
• Working knowledge of implementation of Commercial Grade Dedication for materials, equipment, and services.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as NQA‑1, ISO‑9001, Six Sigma, and/or US NRC Regulatory Guides (preferred).
• Proficient in problem‑solving and causal analysis techniques.
• Working knowledge of quality control procedures for construction activities (preferred).
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in varied climates and environments.
• Highly motivated with a passion for excellence and initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, ensuring nobody gets hurt.
• Team player with ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively; understand and follow oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment use, and policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various locations and conditions that may vary.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.