Senior Quality Engineer/Manager

AVANTech is an industry leader in the design, fabrication, and commissioning of advanced water treatment systems, including systems for DOE and commercial nuclear clients. We specialize in custom-engineered solutions for high-consequence applications, backed by robust ASME/NQA-1 quality programs and a culture of operational excellence. 

We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Assurance Program Specialist with credentials and experience to support and lead key areas of our QA organization, including:

• Project quality planning, document review, and customer interface
• Internal and supplier audits under out NQA-1 compliant program
• Oversight of nondestructive examination (NDE) certifications per SNT-TC-1A
• Mentoring and certifying QA/QC personnel across multiple fabrication projects

This is a critical technical leadership role that supports multiple fabrication and ensures compliance with DOE, ASME, and customer specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Quality & Technical Support

• Participate in design reviews and evaluate technical documentation for code and customer compliance (ASME, AWS, DOE specs)
• Develop and optimize Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), quality control procedures, and acceptance criteria
• Review and approve QA documentation (plans, travelers, certification)
• Support complex fabrication projects including gloveboxes, vessels, pipe skids, structural weldments, and complex assemblies
• Provide input to proposals, compliance matrices, and technical justifications
• Interface with customers on QA/NDE issues, corrective actions, and field responses
• Assist engineering, procurement, and fabrication teams with interpreting technical specifications, weld procedures, and material requirements

Audit & Quality System Support

• Lead and execute internal, supplier, and external audits under NQA-1 and 1- CFR 50 App B
• Maintain audit schedules, findings, and corrective actions
• Conduct surveillances and risk based effectiveness reviews
• Support customer audits

NDE Program Leadership

• Maintain and implement AVANTech's SNT-TC-1A Written practice
• Oversee certification of Level I and II personnel in RT, UT, PT, MT, LT
• Approve NDE procedures, interpret results, and support project specific NDE activities
• Provide hands on and technical support for inspections when needed

Team Development

• Mentor QA/QC personnel in technical evaluation, inspection practices, and certification readiness
• Contribute to KPI development and QA program improvement

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in technical, QA/NDE within nuclear, DOE, or ASME environments
• Proficient in reading technical drawings, codes, procedures, and quality documentation
• Strong communication skills and confidence interfacing with regulators and customer QA personnel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; experience in quality engineering in a fabrication or manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• CWI or ASNT Level III certification (VT, RT, PT, MT, or UT)
• Familiarity with ASME Section VIII, B31.3, AWS D1.1 and NBIC
• Familiarity with project management tools or systems
• Experience supporting QA programs for DOE/NRC-regulated projects
• Familiarity with fabrication of gloveboxes, columns, tanks, or high-purity piping systems
• Experience developing quality metrics and performance indicators

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance with employer contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible hours
• Growth opportunities
• Relocation assistance available

AVANTech, LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer