Construction Quality Engineer

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Job Description

Ensure the quality that our first advanced nuclear fuel fabrication facility is built on — one inspection, one weld, one record at a time. The Construction Quality Oversight Engineer at TRISO-X in Oak Ridge, TN, leads quality oversight across multiple work packages and disciplines, integrating Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Construction Quality Management Plan (CQMP) requirements, and regulatory expectations into cohesive oversight of contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
If you're selected, you'll serves as the primary quality interface for your section of the project — advising construction leadership on risk, trends, and improvement opportunities; implementing TRISO-X oversight plans at the construction site; and developing the QA plans, method statements, and inspection and test plans that ensure every construction activity complies with project specifications, RFC and As-Built drawings, and applicable standards. Day to day, you'll verify materials and equipment are fit for purpose, properly certified, and calibrated; control and disposition non-conforming work until it's corrected or removed; maintain audit-ready QA/QC documentation (certificates, calibration records, test results, NCRs); coordinate ITP witness and hold points with contractors and authorities; and perform the audits, inspections, and oversight-record reviews that keep the project's quality posture sound.

 

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities:

• Leads quality oversight for multiple work packages or disciplines, integrating ITPs, CQMP requirements, and regulatory expectations across contractors.
• Serves as primary quality interface for a section of the project, advising construction leadership on risk, trends, and quality improvements.
• Guides others in nonconformance control, records management, and advanced inspection techniques, and may lead portions of audits or qualification assessments.

• Implement TRISO-X oversight plans at construction site.

  • Develop and implement quality assurance plans ensuring that all construction activities comply with project specifications and standards. This includes preparing method statements, inspection and test plans, and quality management policies and procedures.

  • Evaluate and document the quality of the construction performed by the construction team, suppliers, and/or subcontractors, ensuring compliance with project requirements, RFC and As-Built drawings, and specifications.

  • Review and assess the quality of material used in construction, ensuring they meet the required specifications. This involves conducting inspections and tests on materials before they are used on-site.

  • Maintain comprehensive QA/QC documentation, including certificates, calibration records, test results and non-compliance reports. Ensure that all documentation is accurate and readily available for audits and inspections.

  • Verify that equipment used in the construction process is fit for purposes, properly calibrated, and maintained as required.

  • Identify and report non-compliant construction work or supplied products upon discovery and monitor the disposition of non-conformances.

  • Control the further processing, delivery, installation, or use of non-compliant construction work or supplied products until the issues are corrected, controlled, or removed.

• Coordinate and notify all quality activities as indicated in the ITPs with Quality team, and other relevant parties, including contracting authorities, utilities, and governmental authorities.

• Coordinate with subcontractors and the client and ensure ITP Witness/Hold points implementation as per contract and technical specification requirements.

• Ensure that inspections and tests are performed according to approved ITPs, and that all quality records and documents are complete, accurate, and meet applicable requirements.

• Review & Audit Construction Oversight Records including but not limited to:

• Construction Management oversight reports

• Completion of contractor inspection reports

• Completion of contractor submittals

• Review Contractor material inspections

  • Review test packages and relevant documentation prior to conducting inspections and testing.

  • Works closely with construction teams, project managers and subcontractors to ensure quality standards are met. This includes providing feedback and guidance on quality-related issues and facilitating training in the quality management system.

  • Perform regular audits and inspections to monitor compliance with quality standards and identify areas for improvement. Generate reports on quality trends and non-conformances issues, proposing corrective actions as necessary.

• Participate in Construction status meetings.

• Submit Oversight Reports on completed activities and Metrics for Contractor performance.

• Provide subject matter expert review of construction contractor qualification assessments.

• Act as TRISO-X Quality representative at Construction meetings.

• Interface with TRISO-X personnel to facilitate project related activities.

• Assist in compiling statistical information for quality improvements.

• Plays an active role to ensure safety and quality culture is promoted and continually improved.

• Organize quality toolbox talks and lessons learned and maintain documentation of such. Prepare and maintain quality records related to their assigned portion of work.

• Perform other duties as requested by the TRISO-X Construction Manager and the TRISO-X  Quality Manager.

• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.

• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA Degree in civil engineering, construction management, nuclear engineering or similar industry or Current certification in Quality Management from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) or the American Society of Civil Engineers or AWS CWI or ANSI Level II Mechanical Certifications equivalent experience or education is preferable.

• The skills required for this role are typically demonstrated by 5 years of relevant experience for a Level III, 10 years for a Level IV.

• A minimum of 2 year of experience in construction including civil construction

  • Demonstrated relevant experience in full-time Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control management and with design-build contracts.

  • Certification and/or documented training in construction quality assurance and quality control.

  • Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 principles in quality systems and quality program implementation.

• Strong understanding of construction processes including nonconformance, inspection techniques, and tooling.

• Advanced knowledge or experience in Non-destructive engineering a plus

• Experience in Nuclear Construction or Chemical plant construction desired

Location: 151 Lafayette Drive, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Work Site Expectations:  5 days a week in office

Travel Expectations: up to 10% as needed

Hours: Standard office schedule are 8:00am-5:00pm ET, Mon-Fri

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

 

Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:

Level III: $100,000 to $125,000 / Level IV: $130,000 to $155,000

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits 

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.   

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