Quality Engineer

Hayward Tyler•Colchester, VT

14d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer works with Aftermarket or OE value streams and will be responsible for the review and approval of objective evidence for quality of examination, inspection, and test results for conformance / compliance to Code, Hayward Tyler, and customer purchase order requirements. The QE compiles the Hayward Tyler certification documents and releases material for further processing or shipment based upon the results of the required approvals contained therein. All QA Department personnel have the authority to stop shipment and/or designate material as nonconforming, make determinations, and implement solutions to nonconformances. The Quality Engineer will help oversee and maintain our Quality programs in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (B&PVC) and other recognized standards. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between design, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance, ensuring our ASME Section III and Section VIII products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and traceability.

Requirements

US Citizenship is required for this position due to Federal Contract requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field - OR 2-5 years’ of work experience in quality control inspection or quality program implementation with an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field - OR 8-10 years’ of experience in quality control inspection or quality program implementation.
Basic understanding of problem-solving and quality improvement tools and techniques, including management and planning tools, quality tools, preventive and corrective actions, and how to overcome barriers to quality improvements.
Basic understanding of quality philosophies, principles, systems, methods, tools, standards, organizational and team dynamics, customer expectations and satisfaction, supplier relations and performance, leadership, training, interpersonal relationships, improvement systems, and professional ethics.
Basic understanding of a nuclear quality system and its development, documentation, and implementation to domestic and international standards or requirements.
Basic understanding of the audit process including types of audits, planning, preparation, execution, reporting results, and follow-up.
Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, standards, and specifications.
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and general computer knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of ASME B & PV Codes Section III and/or VIII
Current NDE Certifications
NQA-1 Certification – Lead Auditor

Responsibilities

Review and approve objective evidence for quality of examination, inspection, and test results for conformance / compliance to Code, Hayward Tyler, and customer purchase order requirements.
Compile Hayward Tyler certification documents and release material for further processing or shipment.
Oversee and maintain Quality programs in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (B&PVC) and other recognized standards.
Bridge the gap between design, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance, ensuring ASME Section III and Section VIII products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and traceability.
Plan, complete, and direct quality engineering work associated with improving and maintaining the Quality Program.
Establish priorities for work assigned and effectively complete tasks.
Provide work direction and technical expertise to department personnel engaged in assigned tasks.
Translate customer-defined quality requirements into the required job package and quality documentation.
Review and update documents and drawings for compliance with ASME Code, customer design specifications and consistent with the HTI current program.
Create new documentation to support compliance.
Generate the final documentation/certification package for the customer.
Review and approve OEM Checklists and attachments for applicability and completeness.
Review Material Test Reports for compliance to order and specification requirements.
Review and approve supplier purchase orders for content and inclusion of quality and applicable Code, and customer requirements.
Review and verify shop travelers prior to release to operations.
Review and verify completion of shop traveler; hold/witness points, inspection/test, sign-offs, and release for further internal or external processing.
Create and review work instructions to assure they contain applicable quality requirements and meet all requirements of the Hayward Tyler QA Program, regulatory requirements, construction codes, and the customer purchase order.
Assist other departments in response to Quality questions.
Disposition Nonconformance Reports, identifying and managing risks jointly to support the production schedule.
Drive reduction in nonconformance reports.
Create and drive completion of corrective actions.
Participate in external surveys and audits (e.g., ASME, ISO, NUPIC, Customer, Order surveillance).
Participate in internal audits.
Develop knowledge in ASME Code activities (e.g., welding, hydrostatic testing, Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), Code Stamping, and Authorized Nuclear Inspector (ANI) interface).
Develop procedures in relationship with Quality Program requirements.
Provide oversight for Employee training.
Generate quality reports and documentation.
Assist other Quality Engineers during absences and high workflow periods.
Substitute for documentation coordinator and inspection activities during absences and during high workflow periods.
Execute quality plans, controls, and ensure product and process quality assurance in accordance with quality program, regulation, and contractual requirements.
Assist the QA Director in implementing quality program and customer contract requirements, including tracking, analyzing, reporting, and problem-solving.
Drive down the cost of quality from both internally and externally made product and services.
Participate in nuclear/quality related user groups and conferences (ASME, NIAC, NUPIC, etc).
Provide emergency after-hours QA Department support.