Nonconformance & Corrective Action Manager (NCR/CAR Lead)

About the role

The Nonconformance & Corrective Action Manager (NCR/CAR Lead) will own the NCR/CAR process for a nuclear‑related project in Aiken, SC, from identification through disposition, verification and closure. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong technical writing, and the ability to hold the line on evidence under schedule pressure.

Key responsibilities

• Administer NCR/CAR procedures, logs, classification, aging and management review cadence.
• Facilitate problem statements, causal analysis and corrective actions with measurable effectiveness criteria.
• Route NCRs to responsible engineering, procurement or company organizations for review and approval.
• Confirm dispositions are authorized, technically supported and implemented exactly as written.
• Lead root‑cause and apparent‑cause evaluations for significant or recurring conditions.
• Perform monthly trend analysis and recommend management action.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, quality, construction management or related field.
• 8+ years of quality, engineering or corrective‑action experience, including 5+ years on DOE or commercial nuclear projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASME NQA‑1 and DOE O 414.1D requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and U.S. citizenship.

Required skills

• ASME NQA‑1 nonconforming‑item and corrective‑action requirements.
• DOE O 414.1D compliance.
• TapRooT or Kepner‑Tregoe causal‑analysis methodology.
• NQA‑1 auditor qualification or surveillance experience (preferred).
• Management of electronic issue logs and high‑volume construction NCR workflows.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) match.
• Career development plan and growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package and safety‑focused work environment.