Westinghouse Electric Corporation

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Corporation • $103K — $129K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.
  • 10+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Nuclear Quality, or related fields.
  • Experience in conducting supplier audits and quality assessments, both domestic and international.
  • Proven track record in regulated industries, particularly nuclear, energy, or aerospace.
  • Familiarity with various quality standards such as ISO 9001 and NQA-1.
  • Experience in supporting quality activities for mechanical and instrumentation & control equipment.
  • Knowledge of EU and Czech Republic regulatory environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement quality standards aligned with company and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead supplier quality oversight through audits, inspections, and assessments.
  • Review compliance of quality plans and documentation against contracts and regulations.
  • Investigate quality issues, oversee corrective actions, and foster continuous improvements.
  • Act as the primary interface for customer quality interactions, ensuring seamless collaboration with project teams.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical benefits, including options for dental, vision, and HSA contributions.
  • Wellness programs designed to support employee health and well-being.
  • 401(k) plan with company match contributions for retirement savings.
  • Paid vacations and company holidays to ensure work-life balance.
  • Flexible work arrangements to accommodate various lifestyles.
  • Educational reimbursement and career development programs to support employee growth.
  • Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and tenure.
Full Job Description


About the role:

As a Principal Project Quality Engineer, you will ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and Westinghouse quality assurance requirements in support of the Dukovany 5 & 6 Project. You will develop and maintain quality programs, processes, and oversight activities that support the delivery of nuclear-grade equipment and services. In this role, you will serve as a key customer quality interface, providing leadership in supplier quality oversight, audits, inspections, corrective actions, and compliance activities. You will work closely with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Project teams to ensure quality requirements are implemented and maintained throughout project execution.

You will report to the Dukovany Project QA Manager and be assigned to our Windsor, Connecticut or Pittsburgh, PA, location. This role supports a 100% remote work arrangement. No relocations assistance is available for this role.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement quality standards, programs, and systems in compliance with the Westinghouse Quality Management System, customer specifications, and applicable nuclear regulatory requirements.
  • Lead supplier quality oversight activities, including audits, surveillance, inspections, and assessments of domestic and international suppliers.
  • Review quality requirements, quality plans, inspection and test plans, manufacturing documentation, and quality assurance data packages to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations.
  • Lead investigations of quality issues, verify corrective actions, support risk mitigation activities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Serve as the primary customer quality interface, coordinating audits, inspections, and quality-related activities while partnering with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Project teams to ensure compliant project execution.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Nuclear Quality, or a related quality assurance field.
  • Experience conducting supplier audits, surveillance activities, and quality assessments with domestic and international suppliers.
  • Experience working within a regulated industry, preferably nuclear, energy, aerospace, or other highly regulated environments.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ISO 19443, ASME, IEEE, and IEC quality requirements and standards.
  • Experience supporting mechanical and instrumentation & control (I&C) equipment quality activities.
  • Familiarity with EU and/or Czech Republic regulatory requirements is considered an asset.


We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.

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Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
  • Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
  • Employee Referral Program

About Westinghouse Electric Corporation

Westinghouse Electric Corporation is an American manufacturing company that provides services to various industries, including nuclear power, renewable energy, oil and gas, and defense. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Westinghouse Electric Corporation is a subsidiary of Brookfield Business Partners, a Canadian private equity firm. The company has a long history of innovation and has been involved in many significant projects, including the construction of the first nuclear power plant in the United States. Today, Westinghouse Electric Corporation is a leading provider of nuclear power technology and services, with a global presence in over 20 countries.
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