Bechtel Corporation · 1 day ago
HLW Sr. Startup Engineer, Mechanical
Richland, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$105K/yr - $160K/yr
8+ years expBechtel is a global engineering company known for delivering large-scale projects, and they are seeking a Senior Startup Engineer in Mechanical to lead startup operations for a significant radioactive waste treatment plant. The role involves planning and conducting work requiring judgment in evaluating and adapting standard techniques, as well as providing direction to subordinate engineers and technicians.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops and evaluates plans and criteria within a discipline or specialty for a variety of project activities
Interprets new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria, and performance data relating to the specialty
Provides technical advice and counsel on specific assignments
Provides input and participates in special technical educational and training programs as directed
Performs field consulting services as required
Performs special projects as assigned
Applies specialized knowledge of startup methods to the solution of specific problems
Provides the resolution of technical questions arising in the area of specialty
Uses advanced startup engineering techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of related sciences and disciplines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor Degree from an accredited university in Engineering or related field and 8-10 years related experience in startup, nuclear power facility experience, or similar; in lieu of a formal degree, 12-14 years of related experience to include Startup, nuclear power facility experience, or similar
Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Bechtel visa sponsorship now or in the future
Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical (if located at the construction site), and background check which includes verification of employment and education
Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge.)
Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access
Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces
In-depth knowledge in the areas of Mechanical, Operations, and/or Shift Technical Engineer and knowledge of principles and practices related to sound operation
Good knowledge of related construction and engineering practices and the economics involved
Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards, and design criteria
Skilled in oral and written communication
Preferred
Previous experience and knowledge of Bechtel Startup procedures, programs, and processes
Previous experience as a Bechtel Startup (Commissioning) Engineer scheduling and performing system checkout and operation
Previous commercial nuclear/Department of Energy experience
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Optional disability and supplemental insurance options
Generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period)
Nine paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Discretionary bonuses
Well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components
Company
Bechtel Corporation
Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$499.38MKey Investors
U.K. Export Finance
2021-10-18Debt Financing· $499.38M
Leadership Team
Brendan Bechtel
Chairman and CEO
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