Senior Nuclear Process Engineer – Safety-Critical Systems

UDR Consulting; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UDR Consulting, INC is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to work in Richland, WA. The role involves nuclear system design, safety‑class or safety‑significant systems, and applying DOE/DoD considerations.

You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing, and process data while leading multi‑discipline teams. The position requires ABET‑accredited degree options with 7+ years experience (or MS with 6+ years), strong process design codes knowledge, and proficiency with Aspen/Hysys/ChemCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering or related ABET program with 7 years process engineering experience (EPC preferred).
• FE exam completion with 7 years process engineering experience (EPC preferred).
• Master Degree in Chemical Engineering with 6 years process engineering experience (EPC preferred).
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures; strong codes knowledge (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE).
• Strong computer skills; MS Office; process simulation software (Hysys/Aspen/HTRI).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks; ability to lead execution and resolve issues.
• PE License preferred; DoE or DoD security clearance ability.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing and specifications.
• Develop instrument process data and specifications.
• Lead discipline design for large projects and manage team tasks.
• Create process models using Aspen, Hysys or ChemCAD or Excel models.
• Support business development with engineering estimates and proposals.

Skills

Nuclear design

Project leadership

Process modeling

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

ABET-chemical engineering or related; FE exam + 7 yrs

ABET-chemical engineering tech; FE + 7 yrs

Master in Chemical Engineering; 6 yrs

Tools

Aspen

Hysys

ChemCAD

HTRI

Excel

Job description

UDRis seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Process Engineeropportunity in Richland, WA.


Description
Our Federal group is looking for a Senior Process Engineer to support our growing work in the DOE and DOD. The successful candidate will:

• Have experience with nuclear system design, working with Safety Class or Safety Significant systems and working under a NQA-1 program or,
• Have experience with energetics or explosives system design. (synthesis, handling, mixing, and charging)
• Have experience applying nuclear, chemical or explosive-safety requirements into designs.
• Have experience in project execution, from initial process studies, support of project cost estimates, through detailed design into EPC project execution.
• Have a clear understanding of the steps of project development (e.g. front-end engineering design) and level of detail required in each step of project development.
• Independently develop PFDs, P&IDs, complete equipment sizing and specifications, develop instrument process data and specifications.
• Demonstrate leadership ability at the discipline level on a multidiscipline project team.
• Develop process models with commercially available programs (Aspen, Hysys, ChemCAD) or by building custom models in Excel.
• Support business development efforts by developing engineering estimates and supporting proposal development.

This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered. The position may require travel to support projects, estimated at 25%.

Requirements: Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 7 years process engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required or

• Bachelor Degree in Chemical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 7 years process engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required or
• Master Degree in Chemical Engineering and 6 years process engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of process design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE).
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills include process simulation software (i.e. Hysys and/or Aspen, HTRI) is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
• Ability to travel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License. Preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoE or DoD Security Clearance.

UDR Consulting, INC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, Minority-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business. An Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities. UDR also supports a drug-free work environment.

UDR offers highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

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