Senior Quality Assurance Specialist/ Engineer - Bechtel Corporation

**Requisition ID: 279643** + **Relocation Authorized: National - Family** + **Telework Type: Part-Time Telework** + **Work Location: Richland, WA** + **Salary Range: $105,060 - $160,220 annually (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)** # Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our values ethics, safety, quality, people, culture, relationships, innovation and sustainability, and our commitments integrity, respect, collaboration, trust, and delivery. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver # Project Overview: Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest. Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland. # Job Summary: The Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer will report to the Independent Assessment Manager in the Quality Assurance Organization and will support the maintenance, development, and implementation of the WTP Quality Assurance program. Upon initial hire and onboarding, the position will require full time presence in the Richland, Washington project office then may offer part-time telework flexibility. This position works a 9/80 work schedule, offering every other Friday off.\#LI-SF1 _This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership_ # Major Responsibilities: + As an Audit Team Lead (ATL), prepare, plan, and perform external audits/assessments of suppliers/subcontractors on the evaluated suppliers list. This position will require occasional travel. + As an Audit Team Lead (ATL), prepare, plan, and perform internal audits/assessments of the project's QA program for implementation and effectiveness. + Reviews project quality-related procedures and guides for conformance to QA program requirements. + Prepares QA procedures and guides for approval in accordance with the governing procedures. + Reviews and reports on new or revised regulatory requirements and their impact on the established QA program. + Develops and implements corrective actions for Condition Reports assigned to Quality. + Monitors project engineering, nuclear safety, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, and other activities to evaluate the quality of products, activities, and program effectiveness. + Prevents quality problems by identifying risks and recommending improvements to correct potential deficiencies or program weaknesses. + Participates in QA audits, surveillances, and self-assessments. + Verifies actions taken in response to issues to assure adequacy of completed actions. # Education and Experience Requirements: + Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience? + Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical (if located at the construction site), and background check which includes verification of employment and education. + Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge) + Must possess the right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship. # Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Must have an Audit Team Lead certification meeting the requirements of ASME NQA-1 or be certifiable within six months of employment. + Technical knowledge in one or more of these disciplines: Engineering, Procurement, Nuclear Safety, Construction, or Operations sufficient to comprehend the application of and relationships to technical and quality requirements. + Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written). + Reasoning skills for problem identification and resolution. + Ability to use a computer and intermediate skills in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point. + Technical and working knowledge of Department of Energy (DOE) Order 414.1, NQA-1, and 10 CFR 830 and their application fora nuclear related project. + Specialized courses in engineering, technical, or quality assurance disciplines. + Current or recent Lead Auditor Certification in a nuclear environment in accordance with a recognized national standard. + Six Sigma or Lean skills and tools exposure. + Knowledge of the application of corrective actions for conditions adverse to quality. + Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards associated with the design, construction, and procurement of nuclear facilities. # Total Rewards/Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of engineers and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at bechtel.com/total-rewards. # Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy. _At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components._ **_Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to_** **acesstmt@bechtel.com**