Job Information
Amentum Mechanical Engineer - Repost in Richland, Washington
Title Mechanical Engineer - Repost
Position Number 39081
Company WA River Protection Solutions
City/State Richland, WA
Location 2435 Stevens
Posted 07/03/2024
Closes 07/31/2024
Regular/Temporary Regular
Full/Part-Time Full-Time
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) is the tank farm operating contractor at the Hanford Site located in Richland, WA. The WRPS mission is to safely store, retrieve, and treat 56 million gallons of legacy radioactive and hazardous waste. This complex mission spans all competencies of engineering/science accomplished through a highly integrated organization engineering organization. WRPS was identified as "One of America's Safest Companies" in 2020; and was the recipient of the 2021 "Employee of the Year" by the Association of Washington Businesses.
Mechanical engineers are responsible for providing engineering support to the WRPS mission within the Engineering Organization. Duties of the mechanical engineer will typically include design, analysis, testing, fabrication, control, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of mechanical systems. This position supports the Design Engineering organization which provides multi-disciplined design support and subject matter expert (SME) capabilities.
This position includes the following responsibilities;
Execute design of projects that support Tank Farm operations, Effluent Treatment Facility, 242-A Evaporator and other general Hanford facilities.
Issue drawings, perform calculations and analyzes that support final design products, and originate equipment specifications and datasheets.
Perform system walk downs.
The specific engineering duties will include the following;
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, calculations, drawings, 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
Apply technical knowledge toward the reduction of the cost and improvement of systems where possible and incorporate new ideas resulting from engineering/scientific progress in the field.
Support preparation of scope, cost, and schedules for projects/tasks.
Problem-solving for technical challenges with adaptations of engineering alternatives.
Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.
Required Qualifications
Grade 18:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and
Eight (8) years' of related experience
Grade 19:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and
Nine (9) 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 20:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and
Ten (10) 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 greatly increased.
Desired Qualifications
Professional Engineering License
Experience with application of Mechanical codes and standards;
Piping Design, ASME 31.1 and/or B31.3 piping system designs, or
HVAC Design, ASME AG-1, SMACNA, ASHRAE 90.1, or
Equipment Selection, ASME Section VIII, API 610, ASME B73.x
Experience in execution of design utilizing software design tools for pipe stress and flow calculations.
Direct experience with the use of AFT Fathom, AutoPipe, MathCAD, and Microsoft Office products.
Ability to lead small groups of engineers to reach a common design goal
Presentation and verbal communication skills
Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, 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).
Many positions (non-bargaining) allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply).
Compensation & Benefits
Grade 18:
Hiring Range Minimum: $104,175
Hiring Range Maximum: $131,425
Grade 19:
Hiring Range Minimum: $114,475
Hiring Range Maximum: $144,325
Grade 20:
Hiring Range Minimum: $126,025
Hiring Range Maximum: $158,87
WRPS 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 visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits
In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial 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 within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.
Relocation Funding Provided Yes
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR ยงยง 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Pay Transparency Policy Statement
Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
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