Lead QA Auditor

Lead AuditorThe Lead Auditor will play a critical role in ensuring the adequate implementation of the Structural Integrity Associates quality assurance program. The individual in this position will be expected to provide quality engineering support, perform surveillances, and lead and support internal and supplier quality assurance audits. As such, the individual should be able to qualify as a lead auditor under the Structural Integrity Associates quality assurance program within the first six months of hiring on with the company. The position will also involve the performance of contract review and approval, review to support project closeout, and support of the corrective action program.Primary Responsibilities:Plan and conduct comprehensive NQA-1 audits of nuclear processes to verify compliance with regulations, standards, and implementing proceduresPerform surveillances to monitor compliance with quality assurance standardsFollow-up on audit findings to ensure effective implementation of corrective actionsLiaise with organizational stakeholders to manage the corrective action processContribute to the development and improvement of quality program and proceduresMaintain certification as Lead Auditor in accordance with NQA-1Review project packages against requirements in support of contract review and project closeoutReview calibration records to support project activitiesUpdate approved suppliers list, performing annual and triennial updates, as applicable, to maintain associated supplier informationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Extensive experience with 10 CFR 50, Appendix B and NQA-1Experience with the implementation of 10 CFR Part 21 is desiredKnowledge of commercial grade dedicationFamiliarity with quality assurance program development, maintenance, and implementation is desiredExperience in an operating quality assurance organization is highly desiredSkilled in leading NIAC or NUPIC audits is highly desiredExperience with customer audits is desiredKnowledge in the performance of quality control inspections is desiredProblem solving, critical thinking, self-starter, with effective written and verbal communicationMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and five years of nuclear experience, or Associate's degree and seven years of nuclear experience. At least five years of experience in leading nuclear quality assurance audits is desired.Work Environment:The position can be performed remotely, with at least 25% travel to perform audits and support customer audits as neededIf remote, the individual must be able to follow the remote work policiesPay Range: The expected salary range for this role in North Carolina is $117,000 - $125,000 annually. Exact pay will be commensurate with experience.About Us: SIA is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power, Energy Services, Pipeline Integrity, and Critical Infrastructure. Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world.Why Work at SIA? SIA offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave. Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife Insurance and AD&DShort-term and long-term disabilityHealth Savings Account with employer contributionFlexible Spending Account for health care and dependent careID theft protection and credit monitoringStructural Integrity Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. SIA does not welcome third-party recruiters, employment agencies, headhunters, etc. Please do not reach out to SIA employees requesting a call, sit down, meeting, or email response.Candidate information may be verified during the hiring process. Inaccurate, deceptive, or mass-generated applications may be disqualified from consideration.