Quality Assurance Engineer, NDE Level III Professional
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Engineer, NDE Level III Professional, is responsible for assisting the QAD with the maintenance and execution of Hayward Tyler’s Quality Assurance Program’s. The QA Engineer, NDE Level III Professional, will ensure that program maintenance activities (e.g. NDE, training, audits) are performed and documented as required and that the program requirements are updated as necessary to comply with changes in the governing Codes, rules, and regulations. This role serves as the technical authority ensuring all manufacturing processes and fabricated components comply strictly with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (B&PVC), specifically Section III and Section VIII, as well as future Military/Navsea programs. The position is also responsible for the qualification and certification of Level I and Level II personnel internal to HTI.
Requirements
- US Citizenship is required due to Federal Contract requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
- Proven experience in compliance programs related to 10CFR50 Appendix B and NQA-1 in a manufacturing environment.
- In-depth knowledge of nuclear regulatory requirements, as well as 10CFR50 Appendix B, 10CFR21 and experience with maintaining a robust quality program.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct risk assessments and propose effective solutions.
- Strong technical writing ability for authoring procedures.
- Excellent verbal communication for liaising with third-party inspectors, engineering staff, and shop floor technicians.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and conduct training sessions.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to the highest quality standards, particularly concerning nuclear safety culture and pressure equipment integrity.
- ASNT certification in VT and LP methods are required. MT and UT are additional desired methods.
Nice To Haves
- Additional NDE methods beyond VT and LP (MT and UT).
- Current Lead Auditor credentials or willingness to train to become a Lead Auditor.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Assurance Program’s in accordance ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section III, Division 1 and 5, Section VIII Div. 1 and 2, military/navsea program, 10CFR50 Appendix B, 10CFR21, and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) rules and regulatory guides.
- Perform Level III NDE activities at HTI, with required certifications in VT and LP by ASNT. Additional methods include MT and UT.
- Interpret and enforce the requirements of ASME Section III and ASME Section VIII (Divisions 1 and 2), as well as ASME Section V (Nondestructive Examination).
- Write, review, qualify, and approve NDE procedures, work instructions, and techniques to ensure defect detection and proper component acceptance/rejection.
- Establish acceptance criteria where none are available, based on a practical background in applicable materials, fabrication, and product technology.
- Develop and maintain the company’s written practice. Administer examinations, and train, qualify, and certify NDE Level I and Level II personnel in accordance with SNT-TC-1A.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Authorized Inspection Agency (AIA), addressing NDE-related aspects of audits/surveys, non-conformances, corrective actions, and design/fabrication issues.
- Perform or directly oversee complex NDE examinations (e.g., RT, UT, MT, PT, or VT) when required and perform final review of examination data and reports.
- Ensure all NDE equipment, calibration blocks, and supplies comply with ASME Section V, military/navsea, and project-specific requirements.
- Manage the approved supplier list (ASL), conducting audits or surveys and documenting annual reviews.
- Lead or participate in audits of HTI by customers or regulatory agencies.
- Conduct periodic internal audits to assess the effectiveness of the Quality Program to ensure audit readiness.
- Other duties as required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
