Quality Surveyor

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With over 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior, BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry.

Quality Surveyor

We are looking for a Quality Surveyor - Level 1 for our Peterborough, Ontario site. BWXT NEC's Fuel Handling and Engineered Solutions group is involved in the design, manufacture, development, testing, parts supply, and service of on-power refueling, reactor maintenance, and nuclear medicine delivery tooling sold around the world. We are the original designer of the automated systems that allow 24/7 on power refueling of CANDU reactors and aim to solve some of the Nuclear Industry’s most challenging problems. Today, BWXT’s equipment is being used in most of the nuclear power plants in Canada and is critical to delivering carbon free energy production and lifesaving medical isotopes.

 

Check out the YouTube video of an innovative product we recently designed and manufactured in partnership with Bruce Power, called the Bruce Reactor Inspection and Maintenance System Channel Access Device. Go to YouTube and search for video: “Bruce Unveils new BRIMS Tool”. There are exceptional opportunities to learn and grow with a career in the nuclear industry in Ontario.

 

The Peterborough community invites you to take a deep breath, relax and enjoy life. We have an abundance of recreational opportunities, festivals, and entertainment that is fueled by culture, nature and homegrown culinary experiences. Friendly people, inspiring landscapes and incredible lakes are waiting for you in the heart of cottage country. The region is home to 140,000 people (approx. 83,000 in the City of Peterborough) in addition to the charming towns, townships and villages that make up the County. We offer the best of all worlds here and we’d like you to get to know us a bit better. 

 

Welcome to BWXT 

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

 

Our Role: 

 

 

Reporting directly to the Quality Engineering Manager, the Quality Surveyor job exists to oversee the procurement and manufacturing process of our products. The main deliverable is to ensure the products we deliver, meet the codes and standards they were built to.

 

 

Your Day to Day:

 

Supports Vendor Qualification and Surveillance activities

• Plan Audit – contact vendor and create and document an audit plan, under supervision
• Assists in completing non-code Audits – normally a 2 to 3 day activity where the Quality Surveyors trainee is expected to support the review a vendor’s entire QA program to a specific standard by interviewing different people at different levels of the organization and determine if the vendor meets that standard, identify the deficiencies, and determine if BWXT NEC can do business with that vendor.
• Audit Report – document findings on a report.
• Surveillance – Perform minor surveillance activities as directed. Document results of surveillance on report.

 

Oversee that products received meet codes and standards, for less complex jobs

• Review IMs during RFQ process to ensure descriptions and QA codes are accurate and complete, as required.
• Approve vendor POs.
• Review and accept vendor procedures and reports.
• Ensure acceptance criteria, verification strategies and product/process validations are defined and executed.
• Determine receiving inspection requirements and document in JDE.
• Accept and release product, after receiving inspection is complete.
• Documenting issues identified on NRs, QAIRs, and QAAs.

 

QA Support on manufacturing jobs, for less complex jobs

• Interpret drawings, technical documents, procedures, codes and standards.
• Support QAEAs by overseeing and signing-off on the work they do (ITPs, QARs, IMs, serial number plans, etc)
• Interact with Engineering to determine appropriate disposition of non-conformances, concession applications and corrective actions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University or college degree in engineering, science, or technology.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

 

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Licensed Ontario professional engineer.
• Basic knowledge of non-destructive examination reports (RT, UT, LP, MP, etc.), dimensional inspection techniques and weld inspection.
• Inspection and testing QA planning or equivalent
• Product/Process/Equipment qualification experience.
• Experience interpreting drawings and technical documents.
• Experience applying and interpreting ASME NCA 3800 and 4000, NQA-1, CSA N285, N286, N299, ISO 9001.

 

Key Characteristics:

• Strong technical background.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, to be understood by a diverse audience.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

 

This position involves work subject to export control regulations. Eligible candidates must be citizens of export control approved countries. For a full list of approved countries. Please find more information here .

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process. As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants. These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.

 

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $73,000 and $106,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

 

BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc.  is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.