Mechanical Engineer Repost

Job Responsibilities/Duties
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." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

The complex mission spans all competencies of engineering/science accomplished through a highly integrating engineering organization. Engineering at H2C consists of Process Engineering, Design Engineering, Nuclear Safety, Plant/System Engineering, Construction Project Engineering, Flowsheet Integration, Process and Control Systems, and the Chief Technology Office. At H2C, you can grow your professional career, make the environment safer, and serve Hanford's mission!

Production Operations Engineering provides a variety of engineering services in support of the operation and maintenance of TOC facilities and ensuring proper implementation of engineering requirements, including: developing inputs, assumptions and design criteria for tank farm facility modifications; administrating the System Engineering program and providing Cognizant System Engineering (CSE) and Shift Technical Engineer (STE) support to facilities; providing resident waste transfer and characterization technical expertise and facility knowledge in support of operability determinations, performance monitoring program, centralized resolution of Structures, Systems, and Components (SSC) performance problems; and providing Maintenance Engineering support.

H2C is seeking a Mechanical Engineers responsible for providing engineering support to the 242-A Evaporator facility and 242A-BA Boiler Annex directly supporting the Tank Farm Operations Contract (TOC) and H2C Engineering. Duties of the Mechanical Engineer typically include design, analysis, testing, control, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of mechanical systems

The specific engineering duties will include the following:
* Obtain and maintain engineering Technical Staff qualification and then Design Authority qualification for assigned systems;
* Assume responsibility for the mechanical system aspects of specific projects/scope including design, application, test, or the preparation of specifications for systems, materials, equipment or components in collaboration with other engineering/science competencies within the team.
* Prepare technical manuals, reports, procedures and deliver technical presentations to engineering, operations, projects, and customer organizations.
* Conduct site/area visits and investigate engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives and provide recommendations.
* Define and maintain TOC System technical baseline documents and design change documents;
* Monitor and trend system performance and reliability, conduct field walk downs, prepare, and present System Status Reports on routine intervals, participate in Plant Health Committees to support health reporting and corrective actions assigned system;
* Make technically defendable, decisions on engineering issues, and represent the H2C Engineering organization in meetings with other company organizations and/or with the client and other stakeholders;
* Develop specifications, perform and/or review calculations, development/review technical and operability evaluations, and perform design reviews;
* Monitor and support ongoing operations and activities;
* Input, develop and approve (as necessary) system related work packages, and operating procedures;
* Review and approve new operating or maintenance procedures or changes to existing operating or maintenance procedures;
* Review and approve requirements for preventive maintenance, surveillances, and establish post maintenance testing;

Required Qualifications
Grade 16:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; with
Two (2) years related experience

Grade 17:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; with
Five (5) years 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.

Grade 18:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; with
Seven (7) years 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
P.E.
Knowledge of codes and standards
Experience in a nuclear facility
Familiarity with ASME B31.1 and B31.3

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: $88,200
Hiring Range Maximum: $134,588

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