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GEH New Reactor Project Quality Engineer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

GEH New Reactor Project Quality Engineer

Tokyo, Japan

Job Description Summary

The Project Quality Engineer will be responsible for executing supply chain project quality activities for GEH Advanced Nuclear projects in Japan.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Assessing potential suppliers based on quality capabilities, production capacity, and compliance with company standards to qualify new vendors.
  • Participating in on-site audits at supplier facilities to verify quality control processes, documentation, and compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborating with suppliers to identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality and reduce defects.
  • Maintain detailed records of supplier quality performance, including non-conformance reports, and corrective action plans.
  • Working proactively with purchasing teams, engineering departments, and other stakeholders to manage supplier quality concerns.
  • Perform project execution activities for Advanced Nuclear projects focusing on quality control of the procurement activities.
  • Work proactively with suppliers to define specific quality requirements, including development of inspection, verification, and qualification processes, in addition to tests and processes to assure products and services meet the GEH and customer quality requirements.
  • Provide technical guidance to suppliers toward assuring product/process compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Work proactively with suppliers to resolve quality concerns applying technical and quality expertise to deliver project quality requirements.
  • Execute supplier quality surveillance program for New Reactor activities.
  • Disposition of supplier non-conforming products
  • Write and review technical quality documents, plans and procedures
  • Support future error prevention through the use of the corrective action processes.
  • Must be willing to travel to supplier and customer sites as required. (Up to 50%)

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Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Proficient in English both verbal and written
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, manufacturing engineering support or working in a nuclear quality assurance related capacity.
  • Strong understanding of quality control principles and methodologies
  • Experience with manufacturing processes and quality assurance systems
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with suppliers
  • Proficient in data analysis and reporting to track supplier performance

Desired Characteristics:

  • Knowledge of Nuclear customers, industry programs and competitive environments.
  • Exhibit a strong Nuclear Safety Culture.
  • Knowledge of Nuclear welding and non-destructive examination processes
  • Experience in conducting quality inspections of equipment, components, or systems to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain a customer focused team environment.
  • Demonstrated self-starter possessing strong initiative and teamwork skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; proven ability to develop team relationships.
  • Experience interacting with senior leadership at supplier and/or regulatory organizations.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
  • Demonstrated desire to be involved in a rapidly changing and challenging work environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of 10CFR50 Appendix B, ASME, NQA-1, CSA N299, CSA N285, and ISO-9001 standards.
  • Previous or Current Quality Lead Auditor certification.
  • 2 years of experience in Nuclear quality role.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Minato City, Tokyo, Japan
Job ID: GE_power-1268541694
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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