Job Description
Job Description
OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Principal Engineer - Quality Assurance to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
- Define scope of technical and quality engineering programs and develop effective, quality solutions to challenges which involve unique or controversial problems. Creatively meet all company and industry requirements and apply site systems to achieve quality, cost-effective, and timely results. Give quality guidance to less senior professionals on related tasks.
judgment regarding a project or facility's potential for success. Present findings to program or facility management and Site QA.
Apply technical and quality engineering experience in field of specialization to resolve complex problems. Incorporate advanced technical and quality engineering practices and a variety of complex features such as : complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes, and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning. Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex problems and be recognized as having expertise in a functional area of technical and quality engineering specialization.Provide direction and position responsibility both inside and outside department lines on programs seeking new approaches to problems and new application of existing engineering and quality assurance principles; evaluate the results of programs through surveillances, monitoring, assessments, and reviews; prepare reports and recommendations based on these evaluations; and, identify and recommend improvements where established technology, methodology, and procedures are inadequate for solution. Keep informed of the advancement of technology and requirements as applied within one's area of specialization and expertise.Develop QA programs and procedures and ensure compliance and effective execution of technical and quality assurance requirements within the assigned facility or program area. Be accountable for compliance with the approved schedules and that personnel under one's technical guidance are appropriately trained and effectively utilized.Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving technical and quality engineering tasks identified by management. Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work completed to ensure that technical and quality requirements are met.Serve on a Facility Review Board, providing QA expertise in support of facility start-up and / or operation. Support facility / project needs within the assigned area by conducting procurement, procedure, and work package reviews.Communicate objectives and results to customers, colleagues, and management. Prepare reports, professional papers, and articles for internal publication; Occasionally prepare reports for external publication. Communicate with DOE-SR personnel regarding QA Program and corrective action status.Enhance expertise in field through leadership in local technical societies. May also participate in national technical societies, advanced studies, or national consensus standards committees.Demonstrate commitment to TQ concepts by active participation and successful implementation of Div. / Dept. TQ initiatives.Serve as a QA expert in evaluating the QA Programs of major program participants, including subcontractors and suppliers, in order to recommend corrective actions, redirect efforts, and providePerform other duties as assigned by management.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Education :
BS degree in technical discipline with 8-10 years of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Engineering experience in the fields of Operations, Maintenance, Construction or Industrial ManufacturingAn associate degree and 10-12 years of practical experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Engineering experience in the fields of Operations, Maintenance, Construction or Industrial ManufacturingA high school diploma with at least 16 years of multi-disciplined professional Quality Assurance or engineering related experience with increasing levels of responsibility in an operations, maintenance, construction, or manufacturing environment.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to work in a diverse work environment,Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.Experience reviewing / approving Level I and Level II Purchase Requisitions, Design Output Documents, Work Instructions, Nonconformance Reports, Quality Inspection Plans, Software Quality Plans, Software Classification Documents, Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) documents.Previous Mechanical and Welding inspection or surveillance experience.Experience developing and revising quality procedures in accordance with customer requirements, applicable standards (e.g., NQA-1-2019), and government regulations.Experience participating in Quality Assurance audits and assessments to ensure implementation of the Quality Assurance program (e.g., management assessments, internal assessments, supplier audits, surveillances, and surveys)Experience supporting NCP related Management Review BoardDesired Qualifications
Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.Current or prior certification as a lead auditor is preferredASQC-Certified Quality Engineer is desirable is preferredPF-81 Evaluation Criteria :
Price and Cost to Company : 20%Technical Acceptability : 70%Availability & Qualifications of Personnel : 10%Duration of the Contract : 1 year, 2 option periods.
Estimated Hours Per Year : 2,080 ST 400 OT
Work Schedule : 6 : 00a-4 : 30p (Mon-Thur)
Onsite or Remote? Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense. 100% onsite
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
