Senior Quality Specialist, ASME Expert in Montréal, Quebec at Velan Inc.

Velan is a global leader in the design and manufacture of industrial valves. Founded in Montreal, the company is recognized for the quality of its products, its technical expertise, and its human and collaborative corporate culture.

What We Offer

In addition to meaningful work that matches your ambitions and provides diverse learning opportunities, joining Velan means becoming part of a passionate team and enjoying exceptional working conditions:

• Competitive salary and bonus program
• Comprehensive group insurance program
• 24/7 telemedicine service
• Employer contribution of 5% to a retirement savings plan
• Competitive vacation policy
• Paid holiday shutdown during the Christmas season
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Annual gym membership reimbursement and other wellness initiatives
• Free on-site parking
• Company events (health, family, sports, etc.)
• Fast-track career growth and professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the company’s quality strategy within the nuclear market, ensuring that all manufactured products consistently meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support audits, product certifications, contract reviews, and manufacturing activities, while fostering a strong quality culture throughout the organization, with particular attention to the stringent requirements of the nuclear industry.
• Contribute to the definition and implementation of the company’s quality strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Support the continuous development and implementation of the ASME Quality Management System to ensure its robustness and alignment with the company’s long-term vision and operational priorities.
• Lead the contract review function across North America to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including ASME Section III, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ISO 9001:2015, CSA N299, and any other relevant requirements.
• Work closely with Quality Control, Engineering, Production, and Program Management teams to effectively resolve quality-related issues.
• Support supplier qualification and performance evaluation activities, ensuring consistency of purchased components through supplier certification, clearly defined acceptance criteria, and ongoing product monitoring.

Qualifications

If you recognize yourself in this profile and are excited about this opportunity, we would be delighted to learn more about you!