Duke Energy

Nuclear Quality Control /Non-Destructive Tech II

New Hill, NC

Full time

On-site

Oil and Gas

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This position is accountable for providing effective quality control (QC) and nondestructive examination (NDE) support for the Harris Nuclear Station which will assure that nuclear plant quality is maintained in accordance with all applicable codes, standards, regulatory requirements and company policies. The candidate will work under the supervision of the Nuclear Oversight (NOS) QC Supervisor.

The candidate will perform QC review of work orders, to review and assign QC hold points to the work order instructions. Also perform QC review of station procedures to ensure QC/NDE requirements and hold points are appropriately applied.

Candidate will fill the role as tech support to other inspectors and those whom we interface with.

Peer and interface positions for the job include Weld tech support, procedure writers, job sponsors, welders, pipe fitters, valve techs, mechanical / I&C maintenance technicians, engineers, project management personnel, environmental and radiation protection technicians, ISI, and operations. In the performance of their daily activities, the candidate will routinely interface with outage management, operations, ALARA, and system support engineers. Internal customers include plant maintenance and major projects personnel. External customers may include the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Authorized Nuclear Insurance Inspectors (ANIIs), and commercial vendors.

Responsibilities:

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Perform inspections / examinations that require working knowledge of code related piping, valves, pumps, pressure vessels, structural components and electrical components.

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Review and interpret technical documentation that include procedures, specifications, vendor manuals etc.

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Document detailed quality QC inspections / NDE reports in applicable databases.

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Generate non-conformance reports when standards are not met.

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Reviewing work order tasks, work package instructions, procedures, inspection plans, etc., as part of the planning process to assure QC inspection criteria related to QC Hold Points and Inspection points meet applicable codes and standards, regulatory requirements, and the Duke Energy quality program requirements.

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Be individually accountable for monitoring and maintaining qualifications and proficiency to ensure annual performance and recertification requirements are met.

Working Conditions:

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Ability to work safely in an environment in which daily exposures are in high noise areas, possible exposure to radioactive materials, chemicals, requiring dress-out, climbing, work from scaffolds, high temperatures, confined space, and dust/dirt. (office and nuclear power plant environment)

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Regular schedule is Monday-Thursday (4-10’s) and providing QC support outside of regular schedule as needed is required.

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Possible shift work based on needs of activity (outage / on-line).

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Provide shared resource support to other Duke Energy sites.

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Radiological work environment.

Basic/Required Qualifications:

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Minimum of high school diploma or GED

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Minimum 3 years of related experience in equivalent inspection, examination or testing activities

Desired Qualifications:

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Working knowledge and understanding of the QC program and the importance of QC independence in the process of inspections.

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Minimum of three years working experience in 2 or more of the following areas: Electrical, Civil, Mechanical or Welding.

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Minimum of 2 years as a certified QC inspector in 2 or more of the following disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Visual Weld, PT, MT, UTT, VT-1,2,3 and IWE/IWL

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Working knowledge of the required test equipment to perform inspections

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Demonstrated experience in work package review for selection of QC Hold Points.

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Demonstrated ability in communicating by actively listening, expressing self clearly and consistently to promote positive engagement.

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Demonstrates ability to effectively work independently and/or with minimal supervision.

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Demonstrates planning and organizational skills.

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Experience reading and interpreting procedures, drawings, standards, specifications and codes.

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Demonstrates experience in work package review for selection and determination of QC Hold Points.

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Candidate can demonstrate the leadership skills to fill in as temp supervisor and/or team lead over a group of contract inspectors during an outage.

Specific Requirements:

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The candidate will obtain and maintain certifications in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil (Coatings, Concrete/Grout, Structural Steel, Fire stops, Pen seals, Soils), Visual Welding, PT, MT, UT and ISI VT-1,2,3, IWE/IWL.

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Ability to satisfy all security badging requirements to obtain nuclear plant access (PAT, RWT & FFD).

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Provide effective QC and nondestructive examination (NDE) support to ensure that nuclear plant quality is maintained in accordance with NOS procedures and NDE program procedures.

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Provide verifiable evidence of education, experience, training, and certifications to support initial and continuing qualifications.

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Ability to pass applicable visual examination and Color Vision Test

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Overtime as needed to support on-line / outage activities.

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Being on a rotating “on call” basis for 7 days/week and 24 hrs./day.

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Some travel required in support of other stations in the Duke Energy Fleet.