Full-Time
Nuclear Assurance Vendor Audit Team Lead
Posted on 10/31/2025
Arizona Public Service
1,001-5,000 employees
Delivers electricity to Arizona customers
No salary listed
Wittmann, AZ, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid role; schedule to be determined with leadership.
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- A four-year Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND eight (8) years nuclear power plant experience of which two (2) years shall be in Quality Assurance.
- OR, a two-year Associate's Degree AND ten (10) years nuclear power plant experience of which two (2) years shall be in Quality Assurance.
- OR, High School/GED AND twelve (12) years nuclear power plant experience of which two (2) years shall be in Quality Assurance.
- Qualified to ANSI N45.2.23 and/or ASME NQA-1-2008 with NQA-1a-2009 Addenda as Lead Auditor.
- Meets or exceeds minimum education and experience requirements per Palo Verde Procedure 01DP-0EM08, Appendix A.
- Successfully completes Nuclear Utilities Procurement Issues Corporation (NUPIC) audits and surveys qualification requirements described in NUPIC procedures and processes.
- Successfully completes Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) audits qualification requirements described in NUPIC/NEI procedures and processes.
- Leads multi-discipline/multi-utility audit teams in evaluating the organization's and/or supplier's QA Program.
- Performs audits, surveys and surveillances.
- Maintains qualifications in accordance with Palo Verde Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD) and ASME NQA-1-2008 and NQA-1a-2009.
- Develops and implements audit plans/checklists, source verifications and coordinates organizational and/or supplier support.
- Independently reviews results of audits and source surveillances.
- Provides accurate, complete and timely reports to regulatory agencies, nuclear utilities, nuclear suppliers and Palo Verde senior, executive and line management.
- Interfaces with station and supplier management, up to and including officers of the company to assess, categorize, evaluate and report conditions adverse to quality.
- Ensures timely follow-up including evaluations of root cause and effectiveness of corrective actions taken to prevent reoccurrence.
- Provides technical, programmatic and organizational direction/guidance to supplier and/or organizational personnel.
- Independently performs source verifications of manufacturing facilities.
- Qualified to Nuclear Utilities Procurement Issues Corporation (NUPIC) audits and surveys qualification requirements described in NUPIC procedures and processes.
- Qualified to Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) audits qualification requirements described in NUPIC/NEI procedures and processes.
- Knowledge of the codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to research regulations and requirements.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to convey complex/technical content in a coherent manager.
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Ability to develop and write technical documentation and reports.
- Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO) and will be expected to fulfill their obligation as an ERO member.
- Any PVNGS employee may be called upon to support a refueling or short-notice outage.
- These are conditions of employment at PVNGS.
- Hybrid Role: This position combines working in the office and at home, based on the needs of the business. The schedule will be determined with the hired employee and leadership, but the ultimate decision is the company's.
- Any PVGS employees may be called upon for random Fitness for Duty (FFD) testing during scheduled working hours. Employees, if off-site, must report to FFD at Palo Verde as soon as reasonably practicable, but no more than 120 minutes after being notified. Employees who are onsite when notified will have no more than 60 minutes to report after being notified.
Arizona Public Service (APS) provides electric service to about 1.2 million customers across 11 of Arizona’s 15 counties, making it the state’s largest utility. It delivers power as a regulated utility, supported by a long history since 1886 and a focus on reliability, customer service, and responsible growth. How it works: APS generates and purchases electricity and distributes it through the electrical grid to homes and businesses, balancing price and service to meet demand. Its products are standard electricity plans and related services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Why it stands out: APS emphasizes accountability, safety, integrity, trust, and respect in its operations, with a stated goal of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona and improving customer value and shareholder return. Its competitive edge comes from its scale, local presence, and commitment to steady service, safety, and sustainable energy planning in a fast-growing state.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$1.9B
Headquarters
Phoenix, Arizona
Founded
1886
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