Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer

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.

This position will support the spare melter fabrication efforts that are currently on going and projected in future. It is estimated that there will be approximately 17 melter fabrications that will require a technical competency to oversee a multiyear challenging equipment procurement process. The individual will function as a Project Engineer with Design Authority and Accountability through our engineering qualification process. Specific engineering duties will include the following:

• Develop studies or technical evaluations of alternatives for equipment acquisitions
• Develop specifications to support build to print or design-build equipment
• Develop inspection criteria for large fabrications
• Develop statements of work and support procurement processes to obtain fabricators
• Review and approve submittals from fabricators
• Interface as necessary with the design engineering organization to update any design media
• Interface with WTP or Tank Farm organizations to support replacement of equipment as necessary
• Interface with Engineering discipline leads to ensure code compliance
• Respond to Requests for information and Non-Conformances from fabricators
• Oversee fabrication contractors; perform status meeting, walkdowns, support testing
• Provide status to Engineering and Project management on contracts
• Mentor junior engineers on the project
• Prepare and conduct presentations as need

Required Qualifications:

• Grade 20: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and Ten (10) years of related experience
• Grade 21: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and Twelve (12) years of related experience
• Grade 22: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and Fifteen (15) years of related experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with application of Mechanical codes and standards
• Experience managing contractors on all aspects of technical scope
• Ability to read and interpret complex fabrication drawings
• Direct experience with the use of Microsoft Office products, Solids works
• Ability to lead small groups of engineers to reach a common technical decision
• Understand schedule and cost information
• Presentation and verbal communication skills

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: $129,063 Hiring Range Maximum: $209,688 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 H2C Benefits.

Relocation Funding Provided: Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes

Clearance Required: No

Job Classification: Exempt

Shift Work Required: No