Los Alamos National Laboratory · 1 day ago
Quality Engineer 3/4
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $211K/yr
8+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory is one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions in the world, seeking experienced professionals in the Institutional Quality Performance Assurance Plutonium Infrastructure Quality group. The role involves supporting the modernization of the TA-55 infrastructure and nuclear facility capabilities, with responsibilities including expert-level construction quality knowledge and advanced technical knowledge in manufacturing and fabrication sectors.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Junior H.
Responsibilities
Expert level construction quality knowledge of and experience using national consensus standards of Quality Assurance such as 10CFR830, ASME, ISO, and ANSI/ASME NQA-1 2008/2009a, including the implementation of these codes/standards
Advanced technical knowledge of the application of engineering, procurement, construction and turnover practices sufficient to comprehend specified QA requirements for these disciplines, including Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) and the application of the graded approach in an NQA-1 environment
Advanced Level technical knowledge in the manufacturing and/or fabrication sector
Advanced experience participating in and supporting construction quality assessments, (audits, surveillances, QA observations and/or cause analysis). Advanced ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and schematics
Demonstrated advanced experience facilitating communications and collaboration with all levels of personnel across multiple organizations to solve complex performance challenges and providing tactical, forward-looking support leading to project success
Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and schedule work to ensure completion in accordance with requirements, deadlines, and budget
Advanced experience with fabrication and testing facilities providing structural steel, gloveboxes, piping systems etc
Experience leading and/or conducting audits, assessments, surveillances, and observations
Experience reviewing procedures and documentation for adherence to Quality Assurance requirements (i.e., Reviewing quality requirements contained in procurement documents and Commercial Grade Dedications)
Experience providing management team with performance data (metrics) as required
Experience developing and presenting material associated with documented findings and/or opportunities for improvement
Experience supporting nonconformance and issues management reporting
Experience serving as a primary interface between assigned projects and different teams
Technical knowledge of welding, NDE (LT, LP, UT, HeT) and extensive experience with, construction and fabrication quality assurance/control activities including, but not necessarily limited to; all aspects of NQA-1 2008/2009A
Experience developing and maintaining professional relationships with customers
Advanced knowledge of MS Office (including Calendar and Teams), VPN applications, storing and retrieving electronic records
Ability to obtain a DOE "Q" Clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship
Expert-level experience in the development and implementation of quality assurance and control programs
Expert level support for the implementation of Commercial Grade Dedication of materials, equipment and services
Demonstrated experience providing mentoring and training of junior quality engineers in means and methods of performing and reporting construction oversight using pro-active methods
Advanced level technical knowledge of, welding, NDE (LT, LP, UT, HeT) and extensive experience with, construction and fabrication quality assurance/control activities including, but not necessarily limited to; all aspects of NQA-1 2008/2009A
Experience providing expert level construction quality assurance/control management of multiple projects
Experience reviewing and collaborating with procurement personnel the preparation of procurement documentation and identification of quality assurance and quality engineering requirements
Experience reviewing subcontractor submittals for compliance with procurement documents and engineering standards
Experience conducting internal and external design reviews for quality attributes
Experience providing construction quality coordination with multiple projects, and assisting junior quality engineers in successful completion of their assignments
Experience participating in nonconformance reporting and corrective action processes
Experience performing as Lead Auditor in the coordination, and/or conduct of construction surveillances and QA observations of quality-affecting engineering, procurement, construction, and ancillary project and fabricator activities
Qualification
Required
Expert level construction quality knowledge of and experience using national consensus standards of Quality Assurance such as 10CFR830, ASME, ISO, and ANSI/ASME NQA-1 2008/2009a, including the implementation of these codes/standards
Advanced technical knowledge of the application of engineering, procurement, construction and turnover practices sufficient to comprehend specified QA requirements for these disciplines, including Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) and the application of the graded approach in an NQA-1 environment
Advanced Level technical knowledge in the manufacturing and/or fabrication sector
Advanced experience participating in and supporting construction quality assessments, (audits, surveillances, QA observations and/or cause analysis). Advanced ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and schematics
Demonstrated advanced experience facilitating communications and collaboration with all levels of personnel across multiple organizations to solve complex performance challenges and providing tactical, forward-looking support leading to project success
Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and schedule work to ensure completion in accordance with requirements, deadlines, and budget
Advanced experience with fabrication and testing facilities providing structural steel, gloveboxes, piping systems etc
Experience leading and/or conducting audits, assessments, surveillances, and observations
Experience reviewing procedures and documentation for adherence to Quality Assurance requirements (i.e., Reviewing quality requirements contained in procurement documents and Commercial Grade Dedications)
Experience providing management team with performance data (metrics) as required
Experience developing and presenting material associated with documented findings and/or opportunities for improvement
Experience supporting nonconformance and issues management reporting
Experience serving as a primary interface between assigned projects and different teams
Technical knowledge of welding, NDE (LT, LP, UT, HeT) and extensive experience with, construction and fabrication quality assurance/control activities including, but not necessarily limited to; all aspects of NQA-1 2008/2009A
Experience developing and maintaining professional relationships with customers
Advanced knowledge of MS Office (including Calendar and Teams), VPN applications, storing and retrieving electronic records
Ability to obtain a DOE 'Q' Clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship
Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, QE or Industrial Systems Engineering or a related field and 8 year of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, QE or Industrial Systems Engineering or a related field and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Knowledge of 10 CFR 830 with experience in nuclear processing and or high hazard facility operating requirements, safety/authorization basis and/or Conduct of Operations planning and execution
Experience in classified matter protection and control and classified computing
Nationally recognized quality engineering related certification such as American Society of Quality's Certified Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, or equivalent
Certified Quality Auditor, NQA-1 Lead Auditor certification or similar credential
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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