Procedures Specialist II

PAE Government Services Inc.; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a procedures-focused professional to develop and maintain plant operating procedures for safe, compliant operations at the Hanford Waste Treatment plant site. You will craft and revise procedures, perform JHA analyses, and ensure alignment with TSR/CSMP, alarms, and emergency protocols.

The role requires strong experience in plant operations and technical procedures development, with preference for Naval Nuclear, DOE Nuclear, or Commercial Nuclear operations.

Qualifications

• Education and experience requirements for plant operations and procedures development/implementation.
• Preferred experience in Naval Nuclear, DOE Nuclear, or Commercial Nuclear Operations.
• Progression to next grade depends on complexity of assignment and sustained performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain facility operating procedures, alarm response, maintenance, TSR/CSMP surveillance and emergency procedures.
• Conduct Job Hazards Analyses (JHA) and implement safety protocols in new procedures.
• Revise procedures due to program/design changes and lessons learned.
• Coordinate with support organizations to ensure timely completion of procedures scope.
• Oversee field activities and ensure procedures enable safe commissioning and operation of the facility.

Skills

Procedures development

Technical procedures implementation

Plant operations experience

Education

HS Diploma

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Reports to the Operations Procedures Supervisor and is responsible for developing and maintaining the plant operating procedures to support safe and compliant operations of systems and facilities. Performs work in accordance with Plant Operations and other applicable project procedures in accordance with policies and all applicable laws, regulations, Contract, Authorization Basis, and technical requirements.

REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS Education: HS Diploma Experience: 6 years plant operations experience, or equivalent technical experience, including technical procedures development and implementation. OR Associates degree and 4 years plant operations experience, or equivalent technical experience including technical procedures development and implementation. OR Bachelor’s degree and 2 years plant operations experience, or equivalent technical experience including technical procedures development and implementation. Preferred candidates will have experience in Naval Nuclear, Department of Energy Nuclear, or Commercial Nuclear Operations. Progression to the next grade is based upon complexity of assignment and sustained performance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work in order to protect self, others, and the environment Administer procedure process activities including: Developing procedures - component noun naming, procedure requirements identification, procedure design, procedure development, quality verification, procedure review and approval process Revising procedures - review and incorporate revisions due to program changes, design changes, lessons learned, operating experience Develop and revise facility operating procedures, alarm response procedures, maintenance procedures, TSR and CSMP surveillance procedures, abnormal operating procedures, and emergency operating procedures Conduct Job Hazards Analyses (JHA) and implement safety protocols in new procedures to mitigate hazards Incorporate and track activity-level requirements in operating procedures Ensure that personnel responsible for the commissioning of the facility have complete, technically accurate procedures to operate the facility in a safe and efficient manner Communicate with support organizations and the area facilities to ensure optimum support of completing operations procedures scope

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES NA PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (EFNM) Exposed Field Non-Manual Performs desk work, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operation. Arranges for and/or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal and informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting. Oversees field activities through inspections, testing and equipment operations, which requires walking, standing, bending, and turning along with wearing of personal protective equipment. Occasional loading, transport, and unloading of tools and/or supplies specific to an activity. This position is located in Richland with periodic work scope at the WTP Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Amentum visa sponsorship now or in the future. Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen 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.

Amentum is a global company with a heritage dating back more than 100 years and delivering solutions in nuclear energy, infrastructure, operations and maintenance, and national security. Our predecessors helped build Hoover Dam, protected fighting forces in World War II, and supported the Manhattan Project. Today, our teams clean up legacy nuclear waste around the world, manage the United Kingdom’s defense portfolio, design programs and tests for Navy submarine electronic systems, and provide integrated supply chain services needed in developing countries during the pandemic. Amentum has joined with Bechtel to create an LLC, known as the Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest. Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.

Compensation Details: $89,099.71 - $136,321.63 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting: 10/22/2026 - 11/01/2026 Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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