QA Specialist II

ReNuke Services is seeking a QA Specialist II for our clients site in Mount Holly NC!

Description:
Duke Energys Turbine and Generator Services (TGS) provides engineering and technical support for the Regulated and Renewable Energy (RRE) fleet of turbines and generators. The vision is to optimize reliability and lifecycle cost of centerline assets by eliminating major events. TGS utilizes a comprehensive suite of resourcesincluding personnel organizational structures technologies and analytical methodologiesto identify evaluate and mitigate factors that could result in significant operational challenges.

The TGS QA Specialist role is tasked with promoting continuous improvement by applying quality engineering principles and utilizing analytics to develop data-driven solutions. This individual contributor position is responsible for providing input and guidance to TGFS management on matters related to organizational quality concerning centerline assetsincluding gas turbines steam turbines generators and exciterswith particular emphasis on vendor quality. The quality analyst independently manages programs procedures and processes with minimal oversight. They handle complex problems advise on compliance monitor and report on quality and develop solutions.

The QA Specialist will ensure adequate and consistent plans processes documentation and standards are maintained and exercised to ensure all RRE sites and vendors maintain compliance with the program outline. The incumbent should demonstrate leadership organizational expertise and strategic vision to address fleet challenges. They must have technical skills for program analysis as well as proficiency in financial or economic evaluation to optimize and adjust initiatives for improved outcomes.

The position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead the preparation of complex reports and presentations and influence the outcome of process negotiations. This level will frequently interface with all levels of management up to the GM levels.

Responsibilities:
* Maintain the TGS Quality Program for centerline assets to improve the availability and reliability of the RRE fleet of centerline assets and drive down the cost of quality for the fleet.
* Execute the vendor qualification and requalification process to assess technical and quality competency of vendors to perform centerline work (both shop work and on turbine deck).
* Perform quality audits at vendor shops as required based on past vendor performance.
* Influence business unit leaders on implementation of consistent standards across the business unit.
* Actively integrate industry best practices into Duke Energy fleet initiatives and programs.
* Maintain metrics and KPIs in support of fleet initiatives and business targets. Revise initiatives to respond to changing industry/fleet trends and priorities
* Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for significant failures on centerline assets in the RRE fleet or contribute towards OEM RCA investigations
* Maintain TGS Quality Checklist program and provide oversight and support for technical teams completing the checklists. Report out on metrics analyze to identify degrading trends and initiate corrective actions with vendors as required.
* Maintain Quality Reporting system for events and collaborate with technical teams to assess cause and corrective actions required by vendors to address issues. Report out monthly to TGS Leadership team on quality event count Cost of Poor Quality rework and near-miss trending.
* Lead monthly quality calls with key OEM contacts to develop data-driven action plans with technical teams.
* Establish constructive working relationships with vendors OEMs and other business units within Duke Energy to ensure efficient coordination of work activities. Exhibit strong oral and written communication abilities. Maintain comprehensive and accurate records and documentation.
* Support the companys goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
* Assess quality data collection and reporting in PowerApps and PowerBi to improve user experience and enhance capabilities of the teams

Basic/Required Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree and 5 years related experience
* In Lieu of Degree - HS Diploma / GED with 10 years related experience.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelors in Engineering/Science
* Strong collaboration/interpersonal skills and written/verbal communication skills
* Five or more years of prior centerline (steam turbine gas turbine generator) experience in the utility industry related to Operations & Maintenance.
* Understanding of the basic principles of project management.
* Experience using OSI PI Vision/Datalink and Microsoft Office software utilities.
* Quality Engineering Assurance and control experience.
* Process Improvement experience.
* Root Cause Analysis experience
* Auditing experience.
* Knowledge of the repair maintenance and fabrication of common power plant equipment and components.

Skills and Abilities:
* Demonstrated advanced application of technical theories and principles.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direction.
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple teams to identify targets and reach goals.
* Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at multiple locations.
* Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues evaluating alternatives preparing and presenting recommendations.
* Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts practices and procedures proficient in technical and analytical competencies.

Working Conditions:
* Environmental Physical Office Onsite
* Frequent travel (25-35%) to corporate/regional offices generating stations and vendor shops.

DNJP21792 QA Specialist II Mount Holly NC 12 months