What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Engineer position at Longenecker & Associates?
OVERVIEW Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Quality Assurance Engineer to contribute to our mission supporting our work in with H2C in Richland, WA on one of the most challenging radioactive waste cleanup projects in the country. 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 The Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer for WRPS is responsible for providing quality assurance engineering services in support of Hanford Tanks Waste Operations and Closure (H2C) activities. The main duties include, but are not limited to : Supports effective implementation of DOE 414.1, 10 CFR 830 Subpart A, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) NQA-1, and other contract commitments. Applies understanding of the Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) and Technical Safety Requirements (TSR) to facilitate review and approve safety basis documents. Perform annual reviews and updates core QMS documents; Develop and maintain procedures, training material, desktop guides, and other implementing tools. Plan, schedule, and participate / lead QA program audits (consistent with certifications), surveillances, and assessments. Support elements of the Contractor Assurance Systems (e.g., internal assessments, independent assessments, cause analyses, and corrective action programs). Plan and execute management requested surveillance and audit activities to investigate improvement opportunities or negative activities / trends related to ongoing or past project or vendor performance. Makes decisions using principles and professional independent judgment. Analyze, evaluate, and plans methods of approach and organizes means to solve complex technical problems. Conducts investigations of considerable complexity and reviews complex projects, processes and evaluates results. Maintain requirement flow down for applicable QA documents Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services. May specialize in particular area of quality engineering, such as chemistry, environmental science, process control, supplier evaluation, research and development, laboratory quality, or administrative application. Provides technical consultation to lower-level engineers, technicians, and inspectors. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree (BA / BS) in Engineering, Science or related field and 10 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and / or experience. 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. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Previous experience on DOE sites and programs. Qualified QA Engineer. Certified NQA-1 Lead Assessor / Auditor. Possess strong risk-based decision-making skills. Effective written, listening, and oral communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications. Knowledge to interpret design documents (e.g., specifications). Experience working at the Hanford Tank Farms, in a similar Department of Energy (DOE) environment, or a nuclear facility. Familiar with IBM Dynamic Object Oriented Requirements System (DOORS). LOCATION Richland, Washington 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.
