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IMI · 5 days ago

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

IMI plc is a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions in various market sectors. They are seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer responsible for establishing quality requirements, managing day-to-day priorities, supporting audits, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

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Responsibilities

Review and interpret customer orders and specifications to identify applicable quality requirements

Prepare Job Quality Requirement (JQR) documents to align customer needs with internal QA programs

Develop and implement inspection and testing standards, including acceptance criteria, to ensure compliance with contractual obligations

Monitor quality performance and conformance throughout the product lifecycle, from design to shipment

Evaluate work repair instructions and recommend changes to ensure compliance

Review certifications for procured items to confirm contractual and regulatory compliance

Approve supplier procedures and specifications; review and process Change Orders

Serve as a liaison with customers on quality-related matters

Coordinate customer and third-party inspections with internal Quality Control personnel

Compile QA documentation for submittal to customers

Support customer deviation requests when necessary

Analyze and maintain the company’s QA program to align with current industry standards; recommend improvements

Manage quality-related priorities including incoming order reviews, production support, and shipment releases

Delegate tasks to other Quality Engineers as needed

Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times

Support and participate in audits from regulatory agencies and customers

Lead internal audits and some supplier audits

Review and assess audit results shared by the Nuclear Industry Assessment Committee (NIAC)

Act as the company’s alternate NIAC representative

Support maintenance of the Nuclear Approved Supplier List

Qualification

Quality AssuranceNuclear Quality AssuranceAuditingMetallurgical EngineeringASME StandardsISO 9001Non-Destructive ExaminationERP SystemsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (with a strong metallurgical background) from an accredited four-year institution

Minimum 5 years of experience in a Quality Assurance role

At least 1 year of auditing experience; 3+ years preferred

Minimum 2 years of experience in a Nuclear Quality Assurance environment preferred

Experience implementing, maintaining, or updating a Quality Assurance Program

Experience in manufacturing environments producing finished products from raw materials; valve manufacturing preferred

Familiarity with ASME, NQA-1, 10CFR50 Appendix B, and 10CFR Part 21

Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 9001; familiarity with NACE and API preferred

Experience reviewing and interpreting specifications and Material Test Reports (MTRs)

Working knowledge of Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) techniques, including Penetrant Testing (minimum)

Basic understanding of welding practices per ASME Section IX

Understanding of material traceability in manufacturing environments

Knowledge of Commercial Grade Item Dedication (CGID); hands-on experience preferred

Familiarity with inspection tools, techniques, and blueprint reading preferred

Proficiency in ERP systems

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong problem-solving and creative thinking abilities

Understanding of international business etiquette and time zone considerations

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%

Preferred

3+ years of auditing experience

Minimum 2 years of experience in a Nuclear Quality Assurance environment

Valve manufacturing experience

Familiarity with NACE and API

Knowledge of Commercial Grade Item Dedication (CGID); hands-on experience

NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification

Benefits

Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share

Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching

14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)

4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)

Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups

PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays

Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)

Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.

Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family

Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform

Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee

Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab

Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

Company

IMI

IMI is a global leader in fluid and motion control, serving markets underpinned by three long-term growth trends – automation, energy efficiency and healthcare demand.

Founded in 1862

Birmingham, Birmingham, GBR

10001+ employees