Lead Auditor

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree plus 5-8 years, an Advanced degree plus 3-6 years, OR 13-16 years of relevant experience/education in lieu of degree. Relevant experience would consist of performance of Lead Auditor roles and responsibilities, both with internal and external audit experience, and supplier evaluations with NQA-1, ISO-9001 and other applicable codes and standards.
• Ability to qualify as an INL QA Lead Auditor.
• Extensive auditing experience is required.
• Ability to evaluate design reports and calculations for content and completeness, verify the completeness of documentation for software used in analysis/calculations, and identify the applicable software requirements for the specific application of software.
• Ability to understand/learn commercial grade dedication and the application to INL sourced design.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with INL and DOE personnel.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Solid understanding and knowledge of quality concepts and practices and proven familiarity with codes, standards, and regulations, as they apply to various types of work activities.
• Ability to travel. Required travel may range from 10%-30% of work hours.
• Strengths needed for this position are communication, problem solving, adaptability, judgment, collaboration, leadership, and decision making.
• Must have a level of knowledge of ASME NQA-1, including subparts 2.7 and 2.14, ISO 9001/17025, DOE QA Orders and other Codes and Standards invoked by the INL QA program.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in NQA-1 programs, manufacturing, steel fabrication, welding, QC Inspection, nondestructive and destructive examination, and hazardous material packaging is desired.
• Performance of supplier evaluations is preferred.

Job Information

• Salary Grade 210 ($91,032 - $150,156) / 220 ($104,688 - $172,668)
• Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP-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.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

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 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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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. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

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