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The Nuclear Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for implementing and maintaining NQA-1 compliant quality assurance programs within nuclear Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects. This role ensures quality requirements are appropriately flowed down, executed, and verified across all phases of the project lifecycle while maintaining full regulatory compliance and traceability.

Key Responsibilities

Implement and maintain NQA-1 compliant QA programs across EPC project phases (engineering, procurement, construction)

Ensure QA requirements are effectively flowed down into specifications, procurement documents, and work packages

Perform and oversee inspections, surveillance, audits, and verification activities

Review engineering deliverables, drawings, calculations, and procedures for QA compliance

Support supplier qualification, audits, and source surveillance in accordance with NQA-1

Manage nonconformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and root cause analysis

Verify traceability of materials, components, and documentation throughout the lifecycle

Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to enforce QA requirements

Support audit readiness and participate in internal/external audits

Ensure compliance with NRC, DOE, and ASME regulatory requirements

NQA-1 & EPC Program Requirements

Working knowledge of ASME NQA-1 Basic Requirements

Program implementation including document control, procurement, inspection, and testing controls

QA requirements flow-down from design through procurement and construction execution

Understanding of quality verification, hold points, and inspection planning

Application of graded approach consistent with nuclear safety classification

Supplier quality assurance and commercial grade dedication principles

Records management and QA documentation in accordance with NQA-1 requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of nuclear QA experience within NQA-1 programs

Experience supporting EPC nuclear projects

Strong understanding of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and 10 CFR 21

Experience with inspections, audits, and QA program execution

Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills

Preferred Qualifications

ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (Section III and VIII) experience

DOE or NRC project experience

Lead auditor or relevant QA certifications

Experience with supplier QA and procurement quality

Field experience in construction quality (mechanical, piping, welding)

Additional Information

This role plays a critical function in ensuring nuclear safety, compliance, and quality execution across complex EPC project environments.

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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