HLW Mechanical Equipment Superintendent

United States Digital Space LLC; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine paid holidays

Paid time off 160 hours annually

Discretionary bonuses

401K with matching and profit-sharing

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) seeks a Mechanical Superintendent to lead the mechanical/piping field operations at the Hanford site. You will supervise crews, coordinate schedules, and ensure installation work meets drawings and safety standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering with extensive field exp. and the ability to obtain a DOE badge; night shifts and weekends may be required to support project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 8–10 years of field engineering or related experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, physical (if at site), and background check.
• Must obtain a Department of Energy badge for Hanford Site access.
• Non-U.S. citizens from certain countries may face additional security requirements.
• Must perform field inspections and walk-downs in a heavy industrial environment.
• Extensive mechanical field installation experience in power/heavy industry.
• 5+ years using precision optics or laser trackers for large equipment installation.
• Experience with infield machining and complex shielding/drive systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical discipline activities, craft foremen and subcontractors.
• Coordinate priorities, schedules, and material needs with other disciplines.
• Ensure work complies with drawings, specs, and safety requirements.
• Lead safety programs and enforce zero-accident culture on site.

Skills

Mechanical field installation

Supervision & leadership

Project planning & scheduling

Laser tracker experience

Infield machining

Piping & mechanical drawings

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

12-14 years related experience

Job description

Requisition ID: 298318

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family Grade: 26 - Position to be Panel Interviewed? No - Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project - Work Location: Richland, WA - Employee Referral Amount: $2,500.00 - Salary Range: $105,000 - $160,200 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

Project Overview:

the company is designing, constructing, and commissioning the world’s largest radioactive waste treatment plant for the U.S. Department of Energy at the Hanford Site in southeastern Washington State.

The Hanford Tank Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant will use vitrification technology to process and solidify 56 million gallons (210 million liters) of radioactive and chemical waste stored at the Hanford site, which is a byproduct of plutonium production during World War II and the Cold War era. The project is the largest undertaking of its kind and one of DOE's most technically challenging cleanup projects. Its construction spans 65 acres (26 hectares) with four major nuclear facilities - Pretreatment, Low-Activity Waste Vitrification, High-Level Waste Vitrification and Analytical Laboratory - as well as operations and maintenance buildings, utilities, other support facilities.

This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Selected applicant needs to be able and willing to work weekends as needed. Selected applicant needs to be able and willing to work night shift (5:30pm to 4:00am) and weekends as needed.

The Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) is a limited liability corporation created by the company National Inc. (BNI) and Amentum. WTCC is a subcontractor to BNI, the prime contractor, to deliver the construction, turnover, startup, and commissioning activities for the WTP project.

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Superintendent is assigned to the field construction organization in a supervisory capacity. Responsible for supervising and directing operations within the mechanical/piping discipline, including site fabrication and installation of all equipment and machinery installations. Supervises and directs craft activities, subordinate superintendents, and others, as assigned. Ensures assigned construction operations and subcontractors' performance comply with specifications and within schedules and budget. Performs general functions inherent in all supervisory field positions. This position shall be performed under the day-to-day direction, control, and supervision of WTCC. #LI-CL1

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the various discipline Superintendents, General Foreman and Foreman to determine project priorities, and control field work -Perform all field discipline activities in accordance with the company SWPPs & Safety Core Processes. Establish manpower needs, prepare craft requisitions, tools, equipment and material requirements for the assigned craft. Develop daily craft assignments to be performed, supervise in-process activities, and review work accomplished. Prepare short and long‑term schedules, interface with other discipline superintendents and field engineers. Supervise and direct subordinate personnel and craft in construction activities within the mechanical discipline. Develop mechanical handling installation plans and forecasts - Monitor actual work performance compared to the project budget and schedule. Coordinate activities with other disciplines as instructed by construction management. Ensure the most current design documentation is being utilized to complete activities. Coordinate subcontractor labor supervision and craft distribution as required. Interface with Labor/Industrial Relations for craft recruitment and training programs. Provide active leadership for the safety, accident prevention, and fire prevention programs on the project.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or a related subject from an accredited university and 8-10 years of Field Engineering or related experience or, in lieu of a degree, 12-14 years of directly related experience.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without the company visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical (if located at the construction site), and background check which includes verification of employment and education.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge.)
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns-including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries -are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.
• Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.
• Extensive mechanical field installation experience within a power or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, planning and scheduling experience.
• 5 or more years' experience in utilizing precision optics or laser tracker equipment in the installation of large industrial equipment.
• Experience with infield machining.
• Position will oversee the installation of complex shielding door drive systems, robotic manipulators and heavy shield doors.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, reading & interpreting and working to: - Mechanical and Piping design drawings (isometric and orthographic), design guides, specifications.
• Mechanical Support Drawings and specifications and maintain, promote, and cultivate a safe work ethic and positive work environment within the craft.
• Able to work extended work schedules and night shift as required to support the project execution plans and schedules.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Basic Field Manual and/or Non-Manual supervision experience with a strong piping/mechanical background.
• Experience in Construction Project Planning and Scheduling.
• Knowledge of Construction Quality Assurance.
• Knowledge of a single or multi discipline construction or engineering operations.
• Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field activities.
• Working knowledge of unionized labor.
• Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Familiarity with current industry quality standards.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and technical database applications.
• Experience with lock-out/tag-out requirements and processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of project-specific environmental compliance requirements.
• Possess Nuclear Construction knowledge and experience including a commitment to a Nuclear Safety and Quality Culture.
• Knowledge of the company’s Zero Accident Safety Program and familiar with current industry safety standards.
• Knowledge and experience of the ISMS guiding principles and core functions.
• Experience in safety compliance and familiar with the company processes and procedures.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

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At the company, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit‑sharing components.

The position to which you are applying may have additional background and drug screening requirements from those of your current position. Please speak with your the company recruiter to determine if any additional background and drug screening is required for this position and work location.

the company’s internal staffing policy includes the minimum time that you need to be in your current position before applying to a new position. Please refer to the applicable policy manual and ensure you meet the minimum requirements.

Please note that the overtime designation for this position might differ from your current position even if the position is at the same grade level. Please speak with your TA Specialist to understand the overtime eligibility for this role.