Quality Engineer III

Location: Camden, NJ

Job Description

Holtec International is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Level 3 Quality Engineer to lead enterprise-wide quality initiatives and ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for shaping quality strategy, driving innovation in quality systems, and serving as a technical authority on quality matters. The Level 3 Quality Engineer will provide guidance to senior leadership and mentor engineering teams across the organization.

Specific Areas Of Responsibility

• Defining and implementing strategic quality objectives aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead enterprise-wide quality improvement initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the technical authority on industry codes and standards, including ASME, ISO, NQA-1, and NRC regulations.
• Oversee and approve complex quality documentation, including design verification, inspection plans, and regulatory submissions.
• Primary lead for third party audits and regulatory inspections, interface directly with NRC and other governing bodies.
• Develop and implement advanced quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, DOE, reliability engineering).
• Mentor and coach engineering and quality staff; lead technical training programs.
• Drive supplier quality strategy, including qualification, performance monitoring, and corrective action programs.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to influence product and process design for quality assurance.
• Represent the company in industry forums, technical committees, and regulatory engagements.
• Preparation and review of procedures.
• Perform oversight at vendor facilities and during construction activities.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and 10 years of quality assurance experience in the nuclear industry or in manufacturing.
• Expert-level knowledge of ASME Section III & VIII, ISO 9001, NQA-1, 10CFR21, and NRC regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record of leading quality programs in complex, regulated environments.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and enterprise-level projects.
  
  

Optional Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of NDE methods:
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection tools (e.g., CMM, FARO Arm).
• Experience in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a manufacturing facility and/or engineering.
• Prior experience leading teams or mentoring junior engineers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management software.
• Proficiency in quality management software and data analysis tools.
• Experience in the development of procedures.
• Prior experience working in the nuclear industry.
• Experience with regulatory requirements for Commercial Grade Dedication.
  
  

Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 Annually

Holtec International offers a competitive benefits package to eligible associates, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources and voluntary benefits
• Training and educational assistance
  
  

As a technology trailblazer and a prominent innovator in clean energy (nuclear and solar) industry, Holtec strives to foster

a meritocratic work environment conducive to continuous learning and professional growth of its associates. Holtec is an

equal opportunity employer with a long-standing commitment to social equity and environmental justice. The company

gives special preference to disabled veterans as a part of its recruitment policy. Detailed information on the Company can

be obtained by consulting the website: holtecinternational.com.