Job Description
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversees and manages the procurement and fabrication of critical reactor vessel components
Ensures that fabrication packages meet the requirements of the RRD Fabrication Control, SEP-0240
Ensures documentation and engineering drawings of fabrication components are completed and placed under RRD Configuration Management, SEP-0100.
Applies relevant codes and standards (ASTM, ASME, AWS, GD&T, QS9000, ISO14001, etc.).
Provides design support and drawing review to enhance component manufacturability.
Prepares and reviews design specifications to define and determine acceptance criteria for component fabrications
Monitors and tracks vendor manufacturing plans/progress, identifies issues in a timely manner to system engineers and provides support for issue resolution.
Works with vendors and appropriate personnel to develop testing and inspection plans.
In conjunction with QA personnel, visits vendors to witness testing and perform in-process inspections
In conjunction with QA and system engineers, ensures that nonconformance and deviations are documented and resolved.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline, with at least 10 years experience in the manufacture and testing of complex equipment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent understanding of machining and fabrication practices, including welding, inspection techniques, and a strong understanding of the design engineering of complex components.
Hands-on experience with CNC lathes, precision OD grinding, forging presses, heat treatment furnaces, automated arc welding machines, and calibrated key heat treatment equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in an engineering discipline with a focus on manufacturing, materials science, or a related field.
Experience with advanced welding techniques, including nuclear-grade welding practices and specialized welding codes.
Experience in the nuclear industry, particularly in the fabrication of reactor components or high-performance equipment for nuclear reactors.
Certification in Quality Assurance or welding inspection (e.g., CWI - Certified Welding Inspector, or similar credentials).
Experience working with QC Inspection Labs and a fundamental understanding of basic measurement techniques.
Experience with supplier management, including the selection and oversight of fabrication and manufacturing vendors for large-scale, high-complexity components.
Knowledge of 3D modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks or similar tools) and familiarity with creating or reviewing fabrication drawings.
Leadership experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment, including team coordination and supervision of shop activities.
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