Qualification Engineer – Oak Ridge, TN

Type: Direct Hire
Work Model: Onsite

System One is seeking a highly skilled Qualification Engineer to support a nuclear technology client in Oak Ridge, TN. This role is essential to ensuring the safety and non-safety related integrity, performance, and regulatory compliance of components and systems procured for nuclear applications. The engineer will develop and execute Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) and Equipment Qualification (EQ) activities and support procurement engineering for critical components.
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing nuclear program in a dynamic, innovative environment while working closely with engineering, quality, operations, and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, author, and execute CGD and EQ plans in accordance with nuclear industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations.
• Support Safety Related (QL1) procurements by validating material, equipment, and service compliance with technical and quality requirements.
• Lead procurement engineering activities including sourcing, technical evaluations, supplier qualification, and coordination with vendors or test facilities.
• Design, fabricate, and implement test setups to support CGD, EQ, seismic, and environmental qualification testing.
• Develop detailed test plans and conduct specialized testing, including triaxial seismic testing and environmental qualification testing.
• Perform troubleshooting, failure analysis, and repair activities related to electronic instrumentation and control (I&C) systems.
• Coordinate and oversee third-party inspections and off-site testing activities.
• Prepare, review, and approve procurement and testing documentation in compliance with NRC, DOE, NQA-1, EPRI, and internal quality program requirements.
• Ensure complete documentation, traceability, and technical rigor across all CGD, EQ, and procurement engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and operations teams to maintain technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Support continuous improvement efforts including workflow optimization, process enhancements, and reverse engineering when needed.

Qualifications
Required

• Associate degree in Engineering, Science, or a technical field; or a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Experience in nuclear, facility, quality, or industrial engineering environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, technical specs, and operating manuals.
• Strong technical writing skills, with experience developing test plans, procedures, and inspection/test reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Strong communication, coordination, and collaboration skills.

Preferred

• 5+ years of experience in the nuclear industry or supporting nuclear suppliers.
• Hands-on experience with Commercial Grade Dedication (EPRI NP-5652) and Equipment Qualification processes.
• Familiarity with NRC, DOE, and NQA-1 regulatory and quality requirements.
• Working knowledge of electrical/electronic systems, including I&C components.
• Experience with test and inspection tools such as DMMs, Hi-Pot testers, oscilloscopes, and function generators.
• Experience with OES, XRF, FTIR, or similar analytical equipment.

Working Conditions

• Moderate physical activity including lifting up to 40 lbs and extended periods of standing or walking.
• Work performed in industrial, laboratory, and facility environments with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and varying temperatures.
• Strict adherence to all applicable safety, regulatory, and quality program requirements.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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