Patrick Auer
About Patrick Auer
Patrick Auer is a Senior Quality Assurance and Assessment Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in nuclear quality standards and a background in engineering and finance, he has contributed significantly to quality assurance in various organizations over his career.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Patrick Auer has been serving as a Senior Quality Assurance and Assessment Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2019. In this role, he focuses on ensuring compliance with quality standards in various projects. His responsibilities include conducting audits and assessments to maintain high-quality standards in nuclear facility construction. Auer's extensive experience in quality assurance contributes to the laboratory's mission of advancing scientific research and national security.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Auer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Arizona, completing his studies from 1980 to 1984. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from UNLV Lee Business School, studying from 1987 to 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in quality assurance, particularly in the nuclear sector.
Background in Quality Assurance
Auer has over 22 years of quality assurance support experience for projects regulated by the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. His career includes significant roles at Bechtel as a Senior QA Engineer since 2010, and at MACTEC as a Senior QA Engineer from 1995 to 2001. He also worked as a consultant at Project Enhancement Corporation from 2006 to 2009. His background encompasses extensive experience in ASME Section III NCA-3800 audits, which are essential for compliance in nuclear facility construction.
Certifications and Clearances
Patrick Auer has been a Certified American National Standards Institute Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) Lead Auditor since 1988, reflecting his long-term commitment to nuclear quality standards. He holds a recent Department of Energy 'L' security clearance, which is necessary for specific positions within the Department of Energy. These certifications and clearances underscore his qualifications and trustworthiness in handling sensitive projects.
International Experience and Management Advisory Role
Auer possesses international quality engineering and supplier auditing experience, indicating a broad perspective on quality assurance practices across different regions. His management advisory experience suggests involvement in strategic decision-making processes within organizations, enhancing his ability to contribute to quality assurance initiatives effectively. Additionally, he has experience in science program oversight, particularly in materials research, chemistry, and radiochemistry.