Mechanical Handling Engineer

Requisition ID:  284373

• Relocation Authorized:  National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Richland, WA
• Salary Range: $77,980 - $118,920 annually (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.

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Project Overview:

Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest.

Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.

Job Summary:

You will be working as a member of the Mechanical Handling Engineering group designing and supporting complex mechanical equipment. You will be responsible for design, development, modification, evaluation, and/or issues resolution of mechanical components and processes. The primary role is to collect the mechanical, control, safety, nuclear and other requirements for the equipment in order to develop highly detailed design documents, drawings, and calculations for the equipment to meet the applicable requirements. The primary products of the Mechanical Handling Engineering Group are Specifications, Material Requisitions, Mechanical Handling diagrams, Mechanical Flow diagrams, drawings, equipment evaluations and equipment data sheets used to validate the suitability of the equipment for use on project. 

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.#LI-TN1

Major Responsibilities:

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard mechanical engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria, using independent judgment in making adaptations and modifications​ 
• Participates in the design, development, modification and evaluation of mechanical components and processes used utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)​ 
• Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines​ 
• Provides technical assistance to other mechanical personnel and will interact with project functions, the customer, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex regulatory issues and industry codes and standards​ 
• Prepares standard discipline deliverables and prepares standard engineering budgets and schedules within discipline
• Lead engineering efforts on assignments while providing instruction and mentoring junior engineers
• Perform work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.
• Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals 

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of professional relevant experience or 6-9 years of professional relevant work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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)
• Must possess the right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize Microsoft office suite of products.
• Familiar with the process of resolving complex engineering issues and development of innovative solutions.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks and capable of generating engineering quality models and drawings.
• Perform in a highly collaborative environment where all team members participate in resolving design challenges.
• Have working knowledge of Unity 3D Game Engine

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with 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, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com