Software Quality Engineer 3 (NQA-1) in Portland, Oregon - #72793 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 72793

Software Quality Engineer 3 (NQA-1)
Our client is seeking an experienced Software Quality Engineer to support the development, evaluation, and enhancement of software quality documentation within a highly regulated engineering environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with deep knowledge of NQA-1 quality standards, exceptional technical writing abilities, and experience developing and validating quality procedures that support compliant software development processes.

This role is fully remote.

Software Quality Engineer Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing software quality processes, procedures, and documentation for compliance with applicable NQA-1 quality standards, including multiple revision levels.
• Develop, update, and maintain software plans, procedures, work instructions, and related documentation to support regulatory compliance.
• Write, review, and test quality procedures to ensure they are accurate, effective, and aligned with established quality requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional engineering and business teams to provide guidance on software quality requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to strengthen software quality processes and documentation.
• Prepare clear, organized technical documentation in accordance with applicable quality and engineering standards.
• Assist with additional quality engineering and documentation activities as needed.

Software Quality Engineer Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline preferred; equivalent directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting the development and/or implementation of nuclear quality assurance programs.
• Hands-on experience writing and testing procedures for ASME NQA-1 quality standards is required.
• Experience creating and maintaining documentation in accordance with ASME NQA-1, IEEE 7-4.3.2, and applicable U.S. nuclear regulatory guidance for software quality.
• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and compliant documentation.
• Excellent organizational, project coordination, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience working across technical teams.
• Experience supporting software development under a formal quality assurance program is preferred.
• Commercial nuclear industry experience and familiarity with ASME BPVC Section III programs are preferred.
• Must be eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810 requirements.

Compensation: (DOE)

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