Nevada National Security Sites · 2 weeks ago
Principal Engineer Architect
North Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$119K/yr - $182K/yr
9+ years expMission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The Principal Architect will support the Design Engineering Department, overseeing facility designs and ensuring compliance with federal and state codes while acting as a subject matter expert in their field.
Government Administration
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ability to work on multiple projects, maintain a high level of detail, work well with technical people, adapt to project demands, and be capable of completing their workload with little oversight
Generate, oversee and/or coordinate plans, and overall designs for facilities and area planning
Ensure that specifications and proposed designs meet applicable federal, state and International Building Code requirements
Ensure team processes and deliverables comply with laws, codes, orders, and MSTS policies and procedures
Serve as subject matter expert for questions and issues related to facility code compliance. Resolve conflicting customer expectations and design requirements, utilize unconventional technology and materials, and cross-discipline integration. Interpret and adapt guidelines for specific cases
Assists in developing design/construction concepts with the Project Manager, Project Engineer, Facility Management, Construction and support organizations
Meet with customers and facility personnel to determine and document objectives and functional requirements for new and modified facilities. Define customer needs and develop technical proposals
Participates in planning phases of projects to determine customer requirements during initial planning discussions
Works with cost estimating in the definition of construction practices and procedures
Assists cost estimating with the incorporation of construction activities into the cost estimate, work breakdown structure and organizational breakdown structure
Prepare and review procurement and construction specifications, including requests for proposals for new and modified facilities. Prepare work statements for complex subcontracts and procurements, evaluate bids, and make recommendation for awards
Follow and manage project budget, work plans, costs, consultants and schedule. Develop design ideas, diagrams, digital models, presentation materials, and production work for a multitude of project types
Use Autodesk AutoCAD/Revit
Coordinate technical drawings, specifications and other contract deliverables with consultants and subcontractors. Develop solutions to technical problems including identifying proper subject matter experts
Review submittals, requests for information and other project documentation
Coordinate team efforts to complete a project promptly and successfully
Perform other duties assigned by Management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) required for Civil, Mechanical and Electrical engineering degrees
Calculus-based STEM bachelor's degree in engineering
For Architects, Certification from the National Council or Architectural Registration Board (NCARB)
Professional Engineer license
At least 9 years' relevant experience. Skill building experience must demonstrate either deeper technical specialization or additional cross-disciplinary knowledge. Graduate research experience may be recognized
Ability to interpret codes and standards applicable to the position
Must be a US Citizen and have a valid driver's license
Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required
MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing
Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance
Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age
Preferred
Advanced degree from a National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) Institution
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) certification
Professional Architecture Registration/License in a U.S. Jurisdiction, with the ability to be licensed in the State of Nevada within 6 months of hire
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision
Both a pension and a 401k
Paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays
Relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location)
Tuition assistance and reimbursement
And more.
Company
Nevada National Security Sites
The Nevada National Security Sites help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by: supporting the stewardship of the nation’s nuclear deterrent; providing nuclear and radiological emergency response capabilities and training; contributing to key nonproliferation and arms control initiatives; executing national-level experiments in support of the National Laboratories; working with national security customers and other federal agencies on important national security activities; and providing long-term environmental stewardship of the NNSS’s Cold War legacy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa Biernacinski
Action Officer, Government/Customer Relations and Strategic Partnerships
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