Mechanical Engineer

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C); Richland (WA); On-site; USD 96,938 - 147,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation funding

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

A prominent environmental engineering firm in Richland, WA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Effluent Treatment Facility. The role involves developing engineering documents and ensuring compliance with standards, while also requiring prior experience in the field. Applicants should have at least a BS in Mechanical Engineering and a proven track record in relevant engineering roles. Competitive salaries are offered within a range of $96,938 to $147,775, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related field for Grade 17.
• 7+ years of experience in a related field for Grade 18.
• 9+ years of experience in a related field for Grade 19.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review Engineering Change Notices and specifications.
• Assist Operations in troubleshooting activities.
• Prepare technical manuals and reports.

Skills

ASME 31.1 and B31.3 piping system designs

Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and environmental regulations

Previous Hanford experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

$96,938.00/yr - $147,775.00/yr

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." Our culture is rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, guiding our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. We aim to leave a positive legacy for future generations by safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize safety, integrity, collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. We foster an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate achievements.

This Mechanical Engineering role supports the Effluent Treatment Facility (ETF), which treats and disposes of liquid effluents from Hanford programs and projects. The ETF removes chemical and low levels of radioactive contaminants from waste feed streams and is currently installing new unit operations.

The selected candidate will develop and assume technical responsibility for multiple systems within ETF, ensuring maintenance and upgrades comply with applicable codes, standards, requirements, and specifications, and that engineering products follow good practices. Responsibilities include:

1. Develop and review Engineering Change Notices, specifications, calculations, drawings, and material requests.
2. Provide facility-specific input to projects and assist in setting up operating and maintenance procedures, including preventative maintenance.
3. Assist Operations in troubleshooting activities.
4. Support work package development, routine maintenance, field walkdowns, and field work execution.
5. Participate in procedure development and revisions.
6. Prepare technical manuals, reports, documents, and presentations.
7. Deliver technical presentations to engineering, operations, projects, and customer organizations.
8. Maintain daily contact, verbally and in writing, with peers and related groups.
9. Obtain and maintain at least an Engineering Technical Staff qualification card and work toward a system Design Authority qualification.

Required Qualifications

Grade 17: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; and five (5) years of related experience.

Grade 18: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; and seven (7) years of related experience.

Grade 19: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; and nine (9) years of related experience.

The scope and responsibility increase with each grade, reflecting higher levels of performance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with ASME 31.1 and B31.3 piping system designs.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and environmental regulations.
• Previous Hanford experience.

Compensation considers job scope, qualifications, internal benchmarks, and the external labor market. Salary offers are made within the posted range and do not consider prior salary history.

Hiring Range: $96,938 - $147,775

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. Details at this link.

Additional Details:

• Relocation funding provided.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• No security clearance required.
• Exempt position.
• No shift work required.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

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