Fabrication Quality Engineer

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Fabrication Quality Engineer to work on our Environment, Safety, Health & Quality (ESH&Q) team. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) facility with every Friday off.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Technical Expertise & Quality Oversight

• Serve as a fabrication quality subject matter expert; contribute to setting quality standards and actively drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in design reviews and work planning to ensure quality requirements are integrated into fabrication processes from the outset.
• Develop tailored inspection plans and define nonconformance criteria specific to fabrication workflows, including dimensional, load, and pressure testing.
• Apply and interpret ASME Section III (NB, NC, ND), B31.1, B31.3, ASME Y14.5, welding symbols, design drawings, and acceptance criteria.
• Apply NDE/NDT methods (VT, PT, RT, UT, LT) and inspection techniques (precision dimensional, XRF, hydrostatic/pneumatic testing) to validate fabrication quality.
• Establish and maintain the inspection basis for quality-significant items and services in compliance with fabrication and procurement specifications.

Audits, Surveillance & Vendor Oversight

• Conduct internal quality program audits, reviews, and surveillances to verify that quality requirements are identified, incorporated, and implemented.
• Evaluate vendors and suppliers using sound auditing methods to confirm capability against applicable standards (e.g., NQA-1, INL requirements).
• Review and provide concurrence on quality-affecting documentation.
• Customer & Stakeholder Interface
  Act as a point of contact for customers on fabrication quality issues and managing non-conformance reports (NCRs) through resolution.
• Provide technical guidance and advice to program, project, and facility management on quality compliance matters; escalate and coordinate significant issues across organizational lines.
• Interface with internal and external customers to ensure quality needs are understood and met.

Mentorship & People Development

• Informally mentor and support the growth of fabrication quality engineers, quality inspectors, and NDE personnel through knowledge sharing and hands-on guidance.
• Coach facility and project personnel on fabrication-specific processes, tools, and quality methodologies to foster a quality culture and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to team development by sharing expertise, modeling quality standards, and supporting colleagues in navigating complex quality challenges.
  

Workload Management

• Manage multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain required training and qualifications per individual training plan.
• Perform others duties as assigned.
  

Required:

• Level 3: Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or a technical field such as Chemistry, Engineering, Statistics, Operations Management, or a closely related degree and (5) years of related experience or Masters Degree and (2) years of related experience or in lieu of degree 11 years of related experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or a technical field such as Chemistry, Engineering, Statistics, Operations Management, or a closely related degree and (9) years of related experience or Masters Degree and (6) years of related experience or in lieu of degree (15) years of related experience.
• Required to obtain and maintain an L security clearance.
• Qualify for and maintain INL Quality Engineer Qualification
• Obtain and maintain Radworker I qualification.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Experience:

• A degree in welding, manufacturing, engineering, or quality-focused technical field.
• Lead Auditor Qualification (or ability to obtain).
• ASME Y14.5 GD&T Training and Certifications
• NDE/NDT certification(s) (ASNT or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of applicable industry Codes and standards, including:
  • ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes
  • ASME Piping Codes
  • ASME NQA-1
  • ASME Y14.5
  • AWS
    

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use stairs, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in confined spaces. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($79,344 - $162,732 ) / Level ($95,256 - $195,288). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

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