Senior Civil Engineer

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.

H2C seeks a Structural Engineer to join the Design Services organization. The Design Services organization at H2C performs the in-house design scope for H2C, supports design reviews of design media from external architectural and engineering firms and maintains the design standards and procedures.

The Structural Engineer performs engineering work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of engineering or project tasks. Demonstrates problem solving and exercise of judgment as required on work details and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.

* Application of technical principles, theories, and concepts;
* Prepare conceptual, preliminary and final design engineering documents (Plans, Specifications & Estimates) for new and existing structures;
* Perform structural analysis and calculations;
* Prepare technical reports, quantities and cost estimate;
* Review designs, plans and shop drawings;
* Provide construction services, field inspections and investigations;
* Perform structural analysis using STAAD.Pro, MathCad, AutoCAD and other software;
* Apply working knowledge of IBC, ASCE, AISC, ASTM, ACI and other structural codes, manuals and standards to engineering design;
* Coordinate work with other engineering and technical disciplines, and be adept in working with various clients and their representatives;
* May function as group design technical lead (DTL) and assist line management and project delivery managers with development of technical work plans and design execution
* May be a participant on special assignment as assigned by supervisor;
* Complete training as required to support career path; and
* Perform tasks as assigned, obtaining guidance and help, as needed.

Required Qualifications
Grade 18:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering or related technical discipline
Seven (7) years related experience

Grade 19:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering or related technical discipline
Nine (9) 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 larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Grade 20:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering or related technical discipline
Ten (10) 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 larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Desired Qualifications
* Experience with nuclear application of Engineering tasks.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed to facilitate project milestones.
* 3 years of combined experience in design, analysis, inspections of buildings and related structures.
* Experienced in use of IBC, ASCE, AISC, ASTM, ACI and related structural codes and standards.
* Proficient in use of MathCad, STAAD.Pro and SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) software.
* EIT, PE or SE License.

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: $106,663
Hiring Range Maximum: $162,688

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