Quality Engineer III - SMR Nuclear Programs

Holtec International•Winslow Township, NJ

3d•$95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Quality Engineer III is a senior technical authority responsible for providing the quality and compliance foundation supporting Holtec’s Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programs. This role ensures SMR design, manufacturing, construction, and supplier activities comply with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, NQA‑1, ASME Section III & VIII, ISO 9001, and other applicable regulatory and industry consensus standards. Reporting directly to the SMR Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer III provides oversight, technical guidance, and leadership to internal teams and external suppliers to ensure the integrity of Holtec’s quality assurance program. This position plays a critical role in identifying, escalating, and resolving quality issues; coaching organizations on regulatory compliance; and driving continuous improvement across SMR programs. Location: Camden, NJ (Travel and potential remote project assignments required)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or Controls preferred); OR Associate’s degree with a minimum of one (1) year of nuclear quality assurance (NQA‑1) experience; OR High school diploma with a minimum of three (3) years of nuclear quality assurance (NQA‑1) experience
Demonstrated knowledge of nuclear quality and regulatory requirements, including 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, NQA‑1, ASME Section III & VIII, ASTM/ANSI standards, ISO 9000 / ISO 17025, and 10 CFR 21
Proven commitment to nuclear safety culture and quality assurance principles in highly regulated environments
Strong technical aptitude with the ability to interpret engineering documentation, regulatory requirements, and quality records
Demonstrated experience with root cause analysis, defect trending, corrective action programs, and continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, procedures, documentation, and quality management systems
Strong organizational, documentation, and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize work in fast‑paced, multi‑project environments
Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and supplier organizations, serving as a technical quality liaison as needed
Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring and supporting training, audits, surveillances, and supplier evaluations
Willingness and ability to travel and support on‑site or remote project assignments as required

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting nuclear facilities or nuclear power plant construction activities preferred
Lead Auditor (NQA‑1) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) credentials preferred
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma, Non‑Destructive Examination (NDE) methods (VT, PT, MT, UT, RT), and Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) programs preferred

Responsibilities

Provide senior‑level quality engineering oversight to ensure SMR project activities meet regulatory requirements, codes, standards, and approved procedures
Serve as a technical authority on nuclear quality requirements including 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, NQA‑1, ASME Section III & VIII, and ISO 9000
Develop, implement, and continuously improve quality processes supporting SMR design, manufacturing, construction, inspection, and testing activities
Perform defect trend analysis and root cause analysis related to nonconforming materials, processes, and systems
Create, review, trend, and oversee Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and ensure timely and effective closure
Generate, revise, and implement Holtec procedures, work instructions, and quality documentation
Conduct and support internal surveillances, commercial grade surveys, and audits of Holtec operations and supplier facilities
Provide technical support for design verification, testing, inspection, receiving inspection, and work‑in‑process activities
Review quality and regulatory documentation packages to verify compliance with governing requirements
Provide oversight for Measuring and Test Equipment (M&TE) calibration and control programs
Support supplier quality activities including qualification, surveillance, audits, and performance evaluation
Partner with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Project Teams to establish inspection, testing, and acceptance criteria
Lead and support SMR quality investigations and corrective actions
Support new‑hire quality training and annual retraining requirements across Holtec
Manage, mentor, and train quality team members; support performance management and assist with hiring within the department