Senior Quality Specialist

Senior Quality Specialist

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

The Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and AtkinsRéalis located in Kincardine, Ontario.  Shoreline Power Group is the centerpiece of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program which replaces the main components of 6 reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station.  The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, end fittings, and feeders as well as construction management and trade labor.  This project is part of Bruce Power’s Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power’s eight CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064.

The Senior Quality Specialist reports to the Project Quality Manager and will be responsible for the development of quality associated documentation and processes which comply with customer, contract, technical specifications, Code and local jurisdictional requirements. The Quality Specialist will work closely with Project Management and will be responsible to assist with the development of Comprehensive Work Packages (CWP’s) which includes development of Construction, Inspection & Test Plans (CITP’s).  

This development work will be performed in accordance with Project Quality Management Plan (PQMP) and a Project Execution Plan. The Quality Specialist shall identify, and report quality problems and problems related to the effective implementation of the PQMP.

Location – Kincardine,ON

Your role within the team:

The Quality Specialist is responsible to identify verification, examination, testing requirements. The Quality Specialist shall have direct access to a level of management necessary to ensure that appropriate quality assurance and quality control requirements are implemented.

The Quality Specialist is responsible:

• Quality planning and preparation of deliverables.
• Schedule other Quality Specialists for planned QA surveillance activities. Gather results of surveillances and report results.
• Support with development of inspection procedures.
• To support Project Site Team on matters pertaining to quality.
• To report conditions affecting quality to the Project Quality Manager.
• Developing the Inspection, Examination & Testing steps and strategically inserting them in the CITP.
• Working collaboratively with the FE, Project Coordinator & Trade Supervisor to complete the CITP or CITP Addendum
• Working collaboratively with Project Coordinators to complete the CWP.
• Review of History Dockets and History Files from Suppliers.
• Preparation of History Docket / History File Packages.
• Assist with the review of purchase requisitions.
• Assist with the disposition of NCR’s.
• Assist with implementation of actions associated with documented Corrective Action Reports..
• Supervisory responsibilities - 3-5 Quality specialist report to the Senior Quality Specialist. Senior Quality Specialist is responsible for coaching and directing the Quality Specialists.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology or related field
• Certification(s) in: Quality Engineer (CQE) or Quality Technologist (CQT)
• Experience and knowledge with Nuclear Codes & Standards, and an understanding of Nuclear Safety Culture. At least 5 years of Experience.
• Project site experience with understanding of DEC’s/DCN’s and development of Comprehensive Work Packages
• Knowledge and experience with Nondestructive Methods and their application
• Knowledge and experience with Weld Procedures, Welding Processes, and their application
• Experience interfacing with Project Team members, the AI/ANI and customer representatives
• Experience with working in a nuclear facility and interfacing with the facility owner
• Experience with replacement Fuel Channel components and Feeder Pipe would be an asset.

Physical demands

• Various work locations in both field and office.
• Travel as necessary.

Other qualifications

• Due to the nature of work conducted by Aecon, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.  
• Our background check process includes a full security check and clearance process as well as reference checks. The security clearance process includes a comprehensive list of previous residences, employment, education, and other pertinent information. Those with a valid Bruce Power security clearance are strongly preferred.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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