Process Engineer

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure, LLC; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Short-and long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

WA River Protection Solutions seeks a Process Engineer to support H2C mission at the Hanford Site in Richland, WA. The role focuses on DFLAW feed qualification, interfacing with waste feed delivery and treatment plant teams to ensure alignment with schedule, and preparing qualification packages, control plans, and calculations.

Responsibilities include engineering document preparation, collaboration with internal and external teams, and contributing to modelling and reviews as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science Degree (BS) in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline; and two (2) years of related experience (Grade 16)
• Bachelor's of Science Degree (BS) in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline; and four (4) years of related experience (Grade 17)
• Bachelor's of Science Degree (BS) in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline; and six (6) years of related experience (Grade 18)

Responsibilities

• Act as a fully competent engineer in all conventional aspects of the subject matter or the functional area of the assignments.
• Conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and adaptation or modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Demonstrate interpolative patterned thinking and the ability to generate alternative solutions using sound engineering principles
• Function as a team member on a task force or special assignment.
• Demonstrate the ability to generate alternative solutions using sound engineering principles.
• Prepare and review Engineering documents, evaluations, and calculations.
• Function as a team member consisting of both internal and external resources.
• Develop and sustain productive customer relationships.
• Be customer service oriented, completing assignments safely, on time, and within budget.
• Seek to understand engineering work assignments and to be self-directed.
• Ensure all documents prepared are of "stand alone" quality.
• Seek to gain a complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field.
• Set challenging goals for personal and group accomplishments.
• Perform routine administrative activities/duties on time (routine training, safety meetings, TIS, continuing training, staff meetings, schedule input).
• Provide support for other Process Engineering activities, as needed.

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Job Responsibilities/Duties

The anticipated start date for this position is April 2027, subject to organizational scheduling and operational requirements.
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.
The Process Engineering organization provides process engineering support including chemistry control, flammable gas, waste compatibility assessment, vapors, feed qualification, and retrievals for Tank Farm operations.

The Process Engineer will provide process engineering support to the H2C mission within the Engineering organization. The primary role of this position is support for DFLAW feed qualification. Activities include interfacing with the waste feed delivery and waste treatment plant teams to ensure alignment and goals can be achieved as scheduled. Additionally, this role will prepare waste feed qualification packages, process control plans, calculations, and other documents in support of DFLAW, including TSCR and future facilities. Other assignments within the process engineering scope will be made on as needed basis and may include modelling, preparation and review of engineering documents or calculations, and special topics as needed.

The process engineer position has the following responsibilities:

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


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


• Demonstrate interpolative patterned thinking and the ability to generate alternative solutions using sound engineering principles


• Function as a team member on a task force or special assignment.


• Demonstrate the ability to generate alternative solutions using sound engineering principles.


• Meet the following scope and expectations:


• Prepare and review Engineering documents, evaluations, and calculations.


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


• Develop and sustain productive customer relationships.


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


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


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


• Seek to gain a complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field.


• Set challenging goals for personal and group accomplishments.


• Perform routine administrative activities/duties on time (routine training, safety meetings, TIS, continuing training, staff meetings, schedule input).


• Provide support for other Process Engineering activities, as needed.

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 16:
Bachelor's of Science Degree (BS) degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline; and
Two (2) years of related experience

Grade 17:
Bachelor's of Science Degree (BS) degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline; and
Four (4) 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 18:
Bachelor's of Science Degree (BS) degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline; and
Six (6) 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: $90,150

Hiring Range Maximum: $137,538

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

Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, 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).

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 Exempt

Shift Work Required No

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