Nuclear Quality Specialist III

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Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

Job Summary

Coordinate, direct and perform quality assurance audits, evaluations and assessments of nuclear programs to verify compliance with regulatory requirements. Applies comprehensive knowledge of nuclear quality assurance codes and standards as they apply to engineering, plant systems and components, administrative controls, and work processes. This level is distinguished from the Nuclear Quality Specialist II by working independently on the most complex quality related activities.

At North Anna Power Station and Surry Power Station, this role may coordinate and observe the work of contracted personnel who are performing quality assurance inspections of nuclear plant systems, structures and components (SSC) to verify that work performed meets regulatory requirements, codes, standards, specifications, work packages and procedures. Attends leadership meetings and adjusts project plans and schedules as needed, based upon prioritization of work, with consistent focus on safety and quality. Assists the inspectors with problem identification and resolution. Develops inspection plans. Ultimately responsible for the initiation of corrective actions to address discrepancies and non-conformances identified during the performance of inspection/examination activities. Applies significant related experience and knowledge to review and interpret codes, standards, specifications, work packages and procedures for appropriate quality requirements. Dispatches and coordinates on-call and nightshift. Analyzes data, maintains records, and provides various reports such as department tracking data reports. Conducts oversight surveillances and assessments and plays an important role in audits.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:

5-6+ years nuclear quality assurance related experience such as nuclear plant design or operations with a commensurate level of knowledge of nuclear processes and procedures.

Full and comprehensive knowledge of quality assurance requirements and understanding of engineering concepts, plant systems and components, administrative controls and work control processes.

Strong communication, investigation, and leadership skills.

For internal auditor roles, candidate possesses the qualifications to be certified as a Nuclear Quality Assurance Lead Auditor.

At North Anna and Surry Power Stations, for the role which coordinates inspections: Within 18 months of being in the position, must be certified at a minimum of Level II in accordance with ASME NQA-1-1994 Edition, Appendix 2A-1 requirements in at least one of the following disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, I&C, Welding or Civil (including coatings).

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Bachelor

Preferred Disciplines:Engineering, Math/Science, Technology

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

For North Anna and Surry: ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.4.11

Education requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum experience for the position:

Related experience which shall include 1 yr.

Special requirements:

Shall have 1 year of experience performing quality verification activities.

Quality assurance or quality control supervisors who do not possess the formal educational and experience requirements specified in this section for this position may be considered acceptable when other factors provide sufficient demonstration of required abilities. These other factors are to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and approved and documented by senior management.

The quality assurance functions are those of (a) assuring that an appropriate quality assurance program is established and effectively executed and (b) verifying, such as by checking, auditing, and inspecting, that activities affecting the safety-related functions have been correctly performed.

Specific qualification requirements for personnel performing nondestructive examination inspection and tests to verify quality and auditing are specified in ANSI/ASME NQA-1-2008 and NQA-1a-2009 [2]. NOTE: Dominion Energy commits to ASME-NQA-1-1994 for qualification requirements.

ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014 Section 4.5.6, DOM-QA-1 Section 2.5.3, NQA-1-1994, Part 1, BR 2, & Supplement 2S-3

Education requirements:

High school diploma.

Minimum experience for the position:

Related experience which shall include 1 yrs.

Special requirements:

As specified in ANSI/ASME NQA-1-2008 and NQA-1a-2009 (2) as currently endorsed in Regulatory Guide 1.28

(3). (Dominion will use NQA-1-1994 in lieu of NQA- 1-2008).

REFER to ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.1, for guidance on alternatives to degree requirements, experience substitution for education, and alternatives to experience (not allowed for Special requirements).

Note: Dominion Energy minimum requirements may exceed stated ANSI standards and candidates must meet the Dominion Energy minimum requirements.

Working Conditions

Cold Up to 25%

Energized Wires Up to 25%

Fumes Up to 25%

Heat Up to 25%

Loud Noise Up to 25%

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Operating Machinery Up to 25%

Outdoors Up to 25%

Radiation Up to 25%

Travel Up to 25%

Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Works in industrial power plant environment and requires maintaining unescorted plant access qualification.

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

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Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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