Quality Engineer

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Quality Engineer opportunity in Jonesborough, TN.

Summary:

This position will be responsible for supporting the Nuclear Operations Group (NOG) of an industrial manufacturing facility in Jonesborough, TN. This position will be responsible for providing quality engineering support across multiple programs, will be a member of the 10-person quality team and will report to the Sr. Manager of Quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and applies basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) techniques in review/release of manufacturing plans and inspection plans
• Prevents quality compliance issues by collaborating with technical teams in identifying and resolving product issues
• Works directly with other departments including but not limited to Operations, Programs, Contracts, Engineering, and Health & Safety to provide process analysis oversight on a continuing basis to enforce requirements and meet guidelines
• Prepare specifications and process parameters; development of rationale for cost estimates; and other activities requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific area of responsibility
• Identify and order required gaging for program needs. Knowledge of SPC and other data in areas of responsibility and be able to initiate SPC requirement on new programs
• May perform supplier quality and vendor site visits
• Prepares written technical reports, inspection plans and customer documentation
• Create presentations and present internally
• Participates in open communication with the customer on quality issues
• Assigns work and directs less senior engineering staff and support personnel as required
• Interfaces with auditors, both internal and external
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of the quality documentation, inspection plans, and procedures
• Continually looks for process improvement opportunities within the Quality department and across functional areas
• Perform other duties as determined by site management

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering or Manufacturing discipline, and a minimum of two years of directly related experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Must possess effective, clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Must have working knowledge of and experience with: Process Control Designs, Statistical Process Control methods, Project planning procedures pertinent to the particular area of responsibility and Statistical Analysis methods
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and specifications
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Project, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and relate effectively with all levels of employees within the organization
• Must be able to travel as required by the position
• Must have the ability to interface effectively with all levels of personnel within the organization
• Inspection of machine components, and performing gage R&R studies preferred
• Experience with programming and operation of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) desired
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) experience preferred
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and/or a Department of Energy (DOE) clearance

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website:

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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