Good fit if
- You can work a hybrid schedule.
- You have 5+ years of experience.
- You can travel 30 to 40% of the time.
Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- ASME NQA-1
- 10 CFR 50
- 10 CFR 21
- ASME Codes
- Quality Assurance
- Nuclear Quality
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, or Nuclear Quality
- Working knowledge of nuclear quality standards (NQA 1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME Section III)
- Experience conducting supplier audits, surveillance, and assessments
- Problem solving in a regulated environment
- Experience supporting major mechanical equipment (heavy forgings, pressure vessels, cranes, modules, rotating equipment)
About this role
Ensure supplier compliance with Westinghouse quality, technical, and contractual requirements for major mechanical equipment and services supporting nuclear new plant and operating fleet programs. Serve as primary quality interface between Westinghouse and assigned suppliers, driving qualification, oversight, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Perform supplier quality evaluations, audits, surveys, and technical assessments following Westinghouse procedures and nuclear quality requirements
- Support supplier qualification and maintenance on the Qualified Supplier List (QSL), including scope verification and ongoing compliance
- Complete supplier oversight activities including witness and hold points, inspections, and surveillance at supplier facilities
- Ensure supplier Quality Assurance Programs comply with ASME NQA 1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME Section III, and customer/regulatory requirements
- Review supplier quality plans, procedures, inspection and test plans, and manufacturing documentation
- Support technical and quality reviews of procurement requisitions and change notices
- Lead supplier nonconformance resolution, including issuance and closure of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs)
- Guide root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and effectiveness reviews
- Escalate quality issues and support risk mitigation strategies
- Partner with Engineering, Procurement, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Operations to resolve supplier issues
- Support supplier development programs to improve quality performance and capability
- Monitor supplier quality performance metrics and trends
- Prepare reports and provide status updates to Supply Chain and Quality leadership
Preferred qualifications
- Lead Auditor qualification (NQA 1 or equivalent)
- Experience with global suppliers and international manufacturing oversight
- Familiarity with ISO 9001–based quality systems applied to nuclear environments
- Prior experience in nuclear new plant or large capital projects
Location, schedule, and travel
Hybrid role, US-based with remote consideration; 30–40% travel (domestic and international)
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