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Zachry Group

Nuclear Program QA Manager

San Antonio, TX · On-site

The Nuclear Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for the implementation and oversight of the ... Bachelor's degree in an engineering or construction-related discipline from an accredited college ...

Curtisswright

Quality Assurance Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Quality Assurance Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Cincinnati location develop, implement and maintains quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into finished products ...

Curtiss-Wright

Quality Assurance Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Quality Assurance Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Cincinnati location develop, implement and maintains quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into finished products ...

Edgewater Technical Associates

QA Engineer

Aiken, SC · On-site

Aiken, SC QA Engineer- QA Engineer will support a multi-year construction project involving ... Previous DOE, nuclear, or highly regulated construction experience. * Experience with ASME NQA-1 ...

LeoForce

Nuclear QA/QC Manager

Janesville, WI · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Nuclear QA/QC Manager Experience: Manager Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year Job Details As a ... Bachelor's degree in engineering, scientific discipline, or related field, or equivalent experience ...

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What is the difference between Contract Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer vs Contract Nuclear Safety Engineer?

AspectContract Nuclear Quality Assurance EngineerContract Nuclear Safety Engineer
CertificationsASQ CQE, ISO 9001, NRC qualificationsNRC licenses, safety certifications, OSHA training
Work EnvironmentQuality assurance, inspection, compliance in nuclear facilitiesSafety analysis, risk assessment, incident investigation
Industry UsageEnsures quality standards in nuclear projectsFocuses on safety protocols and hazard mitigation

The Contract Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer primarily ensures quality standards and compliance in nuclear projects, while the Contract Nuclear Safety Engineer concentrates on safety protocols and risk management. Both roles are essential in nuclear industry operations but focus on different aspects of safety and quality assurance.

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Nuclear Program QA Manager

Zachry Group

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

The Nuclear Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for the implementation and oversight of the Nuclear Quality Assurance Program in accordance with ASME Section III, NQA-1, and applicable federal regulations for Zachry Nuclear, Inc..  This role ensures the effective execution of quality assurance activities across construction projects, fabrication facilities, suppliers, and additional work locations.

Education
Preferred:
  Bachelor's degree in an engineering or construction-related discipline from an accredited college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


Experience
Required:
    Minimum of 10 years of experience in an industrial quality role, with at 5 years of specific nuclear construction experience and 3 years in a QA role; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Extensive experience in nuclear quality assurance, preferably in ASME Section III and NQA-1 construction environments.
    Experience with Commercial Grade Dedication, supplier qualification, and regulatory compliance.
    Effective communication and organizational skills.
    Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred:
    Experience with supplier qualification, construction QA, and regulatory compliance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • General office environment with periodic exposure to construction site conditions. 

  • Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment.

  • Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

  •  Requires close vision and ability to adjust focus.

  • Work environment is fast-paced and may vary based on project demands.

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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    Maintain the NQA Program as described in the Nuclear Quality Assurance Manual and supporting programs and assist in further development of the program.
    Develop project-specific inspection & test plans, inspection documents, and quality procedures.
    Ensure that projects are in compliance with ASME Section III and NQA-1 requirements.
    Monitor quality verification inspections and surveillances at job sites.
    Ensure project quality procedures and records are implemented and maintained.
    Assist, as requested, the Nuclear Lead Auditor with internal and external quality audits and assessments for projects, suppliers, and subcontractors.
    Ensure quality documentation, including audit reports, supplier evaluations, and inspection records, are complete and maintained.
    Collaborate with engineering, project management, and procurement teams to identify, prioritize, and address potential quality concerns.
    Support the PDNQA in management assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.
    Assurance that training requirements are met for all ZNI employees, suppliers, and subcontractors

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Zachry Group is America's pacesetter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services in the power, energy, chemicals, manufacturing and industrial sectors. It works with customers to plan, build, and renew their most critical facilities, so they can achieve their immediate and long-term goals, all at the highest safety standards. Zachry Group operates 35 offices, and averages 20,000 employees working in more than 400 locations nationwide. Please visit www.zachrygroup.com for more information.

Industry

Construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Antonio, TX, US

Year founded

1924

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