Nuclear Engineering Auditor
About The Position
The Nuclear Engineering Auditor drives quality and regulatory compliance for Waterfront Engineering nuclear products from initial design through construction support and fleet support. The role works with all levels of management across engineering organizations to develop, propose, and execute audit plans, and builds relationships with production and technical communities. Working independently, the auditor reviews source documentation and identifies key attributes to verify during audits. The position requires a willingness to take on new challenges and learn new subject areas. By identifying deficiencies and opportunities for improvement, the auditor develops problem statements that can prompt meaningful change. The role directly influences the annual Nuclear Audit Plan, with opportunities to tailor assignments to the auditor’s skills and development goals. Auditors oversee work across manufacturing and construction, receive training in problem identification and root-cause analysis, and develop a quality mindset. The auditor develops and manages audit plans, presents findings to management, writes engineering audit reports, coaches management on responses, and participates in external audits, inspections, and evaluations.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Nuclear, Radiological, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial/Systems, or Materials).
- 0–2 years of postgraduate Engineering experience.
- Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) experience.
- Ability to perform work independently.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with management, trades personnel, and engineering.
- Ability to use digital engineering software.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in audit, compliance, requirements management, or similar.
- Experience with government regulations, MIL-STDs and MIL-SPECs, or similar.
- Experience in barrier analysis and/or root-cause analysis.
Responsibilities
- Develop audit project plans, including timelines and key attributes.
- Manage and execute audit plans.
- Present observations and findings to all levels of management.
- Write engineering audit reports.
- Review and provide coaching on management responses to audit reports.
- Participate in external audits, inspections, and evaluations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
