Good fit if
- You can work a hybrid schedule.
- You have 5+ years of experience.
- You can travel 40 to 50% of the time.
Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- ASME Codes
- NRC Regulations
- ASME NQA-1
- Quality Management Systems
- AP1000
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline
- 5+ years experience as Supplier Quality Professional or equivalent role with audit and supplier source surveillance experience
- Experience operating within formal quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, ASME NQA-1)
- Competency with generating, reviewing, approving, and archiving electronic quality documents and records
- Valid passport or ability to obtain one; ability to travel internationally 40-50% monthly
About this role
Principal Supplier Quality Engineer at Westinghouse responsible for supplier quality oversight of ASME B&PV Code materials and components in the AP1000 Nuclear Steam Supply System. Role involves conducting audits, assessments, inspections, and compliance verification across the global supply base to ensure nuclear safety-related components meet NRC, ASME, and Westinghouse quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement supplier surveillance and oversight plans ensuring compliance with quality and technical standards for nuclear safety-related and ASME B&PV Code Section III materials and components
- Resolve supplier quality issues adversely impacting product quality and perform independent assessments to confirm effective quality management systems
- Lead assessments of global supply base for regulatory, code, and standard compliance; evaluate supplier quality plans against Westinghouse Engineering requirements
- Create certification documents identifying procurement requirements met by purchased materials and equipment per applicable codes and specifications
- Apply advanced quality control techniques and statistical methods to identify failure causes, trends, and measure effectiveness of supplier QA programs
- Write detailed QA plans/programs per NRC, Westinghouse, and customer standards for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities; implement documentation scope and retention policies
Preferred qualifications
- NQA-1 Certified Lead Auditor experience
- Proficiency with inspection tools (calipers, gauges, micrometers, specialized testing equipment/IM&TE)
Location, schedule, and travel
Hybrid position based in Monfalcone, Italy with three days per week onsite requirement. Up to 40-50% monthly travel to supplier facilities; international travel required.
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