Plant Installed Software Lead

WA River Protection Solutions; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation funding provided

4 x 10 work schedule

Job summary

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) seeks a Plant Installed Software Lead to guide architecture, requirements, testing, and release management for plant software. You will oversee ICN and enterprise tools used by operations, maintenance, and engineering, coordinating with management, consultants, developers, and end users to prioritize enhancements and resolve defects.

The role emphasizes leadership of a software team, design of complex C#/ASP.NET/MVVM solutions, and ensuring

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Eight (8) years of related experience for Grade 20.
• Ten (10) years of related experience for Grade 21.
• Twelve (12) years of related experience for Grade 22.

Responsibilities

• Lead an engineering group in determining operability and correcting out of specification conditions.
• Ensure all software activities comply with the H2C software quality assurance (SQA) and configuration management (CM) programs.
• Review and approve new or revised operating and maintenance procedures affecting plant installed software.
• Mentor team members and, when needed, direct engineers and junior engineers.
• Work with management, consultants, developers, and users to compile and prioritize enhancements and defect resolution.
• Author and review software project plans, requirements, design, and test plans/reports.
• Design and implement complex software applications and reports per project standards and conventions (C#, ASP.NET MVC/MVVM, SQL).
• Perform software integration and resolve interface issues between field devices and the control system (ICN and related systems).
• Establish and execute testing requirements for plant installed and supporting applications; maintain cognizance of changes to assigned applications and databases.

Education

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

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

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

Job description

Job Responsibilities/Duties

The anticipated start date for this position is dependent upon operational and training needs and could be scheduled as late as April 2027.

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup effort. Every day, our teams work to safely remove, treat, and dispose of 56 million gallons of legacy tank waste at the Hanford Site in Richland, Washington.

When you join H2C, you become part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." Guided by our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, we work together with integrity, innovation, and accountability. We empower our workforce, encourage continuous improvement, and celebrate achievements as we make measurable progress toward tank waste cleanup and long term site closure. At H2C, your work has a meaningful impact—today and for future generations.

H2C seeks a Plant Installed Software Lead. This role leads the management, design control, and software quality for plant installed software that supports Hanford Plant Operations, including scope formerly supported by the Waste Treatment Plant. Work includes both operational technology (OT), such as the Integrated Control Network (ICN) and related control system interfaces, and enterprise software (web based C# productivity tools) used by operations, maintenance, and engineering.

This role will act as a Technical Lead, guiding software architecture, requirements, testing, and release management in accordance with H2C and the Nuclear Safety Quality Culture. The role collaborates closely with management, consultants, developers, suppliers, and end users to prioritize enhancements and resolve defects, directly supporting Plant Operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Technical Lead for plant installed software (ICN-developed and ICN support software); set design direction and standards to meet requirements.
• Lead an engineering group in determining operability and correcting out of specification conditions.
• Ensure all software activities comply with the H2C software quality assurance (SQA) and configuration management (CM) programs
• Review and approve new or revised operating and maintenance procedures affecting plant installed software.
• Mentor team members and, when needed, direct engineers and junior engineers.
• Work with management, consultants, developers, and users to compile and prioritize enhancements and defect resolution.
• Author and review software project plans, requirements, design, and test plans/reports.
• Design and implement complex software applications and reports per project standards and conventions (C#, ASP.NET MVC/MVVM, SQL).
• Perform software integration and resolve interface issues between field devices and the control system (ICN and related systems).
• Establish and execute testing requirements for plant installed and supporting applications; maintain cognizance of changes to assigned applications and databases.
• Support operations, maintenance, and commissioning activities for facilities within scope.
• Remain apprised of operational status and ongoing modification activities; assist with resolution of design issues necessary to support plant operations/maintenance.
• Implement and maintain software configuration management for plant installed software and supporting tools.

This job description is not intended to include every duty, task, or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned based on business needs and the department supervisor's request.

Required Qualifications

Grade 20:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; and
• Eight (8) years of related experience

Grade 21:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; and
• Ten (10) years of 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.

Grade 22:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; and
• Twelve (12) years of related experience

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

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience with DFLAW/DOE nuclear or radiological facilities, or similar process industries (e.g., chemical processing, power generation).

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and 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 at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $131,888

Hiring Range Maximum: $214,288

H2C 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 https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

Expected Benefits

• 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).

Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Management

Shift Work Required No

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.

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