Project Engr

Title Project Engr

Position Number 38949

Company WA River Protection Solutions

City/State Richland, WA

Location RCHN

Posted 04/24/2024

Closes 05/04/2024

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) seeks a Project Engineer to join the Direct Feed Low Activity Waste (DFLAW) Engineering team.

This position supports the Advanced Modular Pretreatment System (AMPS) that directly supports the Department of Energy's key objective to provide direct feed of Hanford Tank Waste to the Waste Treatment Plant (WTP). The Engineer filling this position will support a project that builds on the success of the Tank Side Cesium Removal (TSCR) system design incorporating lessons learned from 2 years of Operations. The new AMPS process units will be designed, fabricated, constructed, installed and commissioned in the 200 East Area of the Hanford Tank Farms adjacent to the current operating TSCR unit.

This role presents the exciting opportunity to be part of the beginning of the AMPS Project all the way through Design into Operations by 2029.

The Project Engineer filling this role will

• Act as a fully competent engineer in all conventional aspects of the subject matter or the functional area of the assignments.

• Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and adaptation or modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.

• Demonstrate interpolative patterned thinking and require minimal guidance.

Meet the following scope and expectations

• Perform engineering calculations, analysis, studies, and recommendations for a specialized segment of engineering within schedule and budget of an assigned project.

• Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts in the field.

• General knowledge of other related disciplines.

• Develop and sustain productive customer relationships.

• Prepare Statements of Work, design products, procurements, specifications, etc.

• Function as a team member consisting of both internal and external resources

• Assist in technical and cost/benefit evaluations and development of task plans and schedules.

• Prepare design media.

• Prepare Engineering documents, evaluations, and calculations.

• Ensure all documents prepared are of "stand alone" quality.

• Seek to understand engineering work assignments and to be self-directed.

• Be customer service oriented, completing assignments safely, on time, and within budget.

• Provide technical guidance to subcontractors in the execution of design (e.g., ensure use of correct design inputs, utilization of accepted analysis methodologies, design standards, and verification methods).

Required Qualifications

Grade 18

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline

Seven (7) years related experience

Grade 19

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline

Nine (9) years related experience

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience as a project engineer

Previous experience in a nuclear facility

Knowledge of codes and standards

Familiarity with TOC procedures

Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, you can expect the following:

*A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).

*Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

*Many positions (non-bargaining) allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply).

Compensation & Benefits

Grade 18

Hiring Range Minimum: $104,175

Hiring Range Maximum: $131,425

Grade 19

Hiring Range Minimum: $114,475

Hiring Range Maximum: $144,325

WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit~~~

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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