Jobs in USA – Quality Assurance Engineer QAA-010

November 24, 2017

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Main job	Quality Assurance
Department	DG / Director-General
Division	Quality Assurance & Assessment Division
Job Family	Functional Officer – 1
Application Deadline (MM/DD/YYYY)	12/31/2017
Grade	G6
Direct employment	Not required
Purpose	[Job offer for 3-year contract] To provide Quality Assurance & Assessment (QAA) input, interface and to help coordinate the resolution of quality issues for the ITER Project.
Main duties / Responsibilities	-Provides central Quality Assurance coordination and management of quality related issues; -Participates in the development of quality procedures; -Monitors procurement documentation for the correct application of specified requirements; -Advises on quality related issues including materials, design, manufacturing, construction, special processes; -Reviews quality plans, non-conformance reports, final quality documentation and other quality related documentation; -Assists in the implementation of quality training programs for IO and external personnel; -Participates in field quality visits; -Participates in internal and external quality audits; -Performs quality-related activities as directed by the Head of the QAA Division; -Implements the technical control of the Protection Important Activities, as well as their propagation to the entire supply chain; -May be required to work outside ITER Organization reference working hours, including nights, weekends and public holidays; -Performs other duties in support of the project schedule; -May be requested to participate in any of the project/construction teams and to perform other duties; -Maintains a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of the ITER Safety Program, values and ethics.-Under the supervision of the team leader, reports to Head of the ITER Quality Assurance & Assessment Division; -Interacts with members of the ITER Team and Domestic Agency (DA) personnel as required; -In response to requests from the Director-General and/or proactively, informs the DG of any important and urgent issues that cannot be handled by the concerned line management and may jeopardize the achievement of the Project’s objectives.
Measures of effectiveness	-Monitors efficiently, proactively and in a timely manner all QAA of the ITER Organization’s compliance with the Quality Assurance Program (QAP) for the defined scope; -Supports effectively the development and maintenance of MQP documentation; -Ensures that the Domestic Agencies, Suppliers and Contractors are well informed, guided and their activities are compliant with the ITER QAP in due time.Project Construction Phase ID SAP 50000655
Level of study	Master or equivalent degree
Diploma	mechanical, welding or other engineering/technical
Level of experience	At least 5 years
Technical experience/knowledge	-Comprehensive knowledge of quality standards is essential; -Extensive experience in similar jobs (involving similar work responsibilities) and/or additional training certificates in relevant domains may be considered a reasonable substitute for the required educational degree.-At least 5 years of proven experience of working in Quality Assurance; -Experience in writing quality procedures; -Coordination skills are essential; -Experience in the application of Quality Control is desirable; -Experience in manufacturing and assembly phase of mechanical components in a large construction project is desirable; -Knowledge of special processes for joining and welding inspection is desirable; -Experience in the implementation of quality systems in the highly regulated industry is desirable; -Audit experience is desirable.
Social skills	Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment Ability to work in a team and to promote team spirit

Specific skills	MS Office standard (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
General skills	-Effective writing and verbal communication skills are essential to facilitate dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and stakeholders; -Negotiation and communication skills to adjust communication content and style are necessary when recommending alternatives or clarifying division positions on QA to others; -Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment; -Ability to work in a team and to promote team work; -Ability to understand, analyze and clearly document work processes, across disciplines or departments; -Ability to analyze various issues and resolve them in a timely manner; -Ability to apply high standards of team mindset, trust, excellence, loyalty and integrity.
Languages	English (Fluent)