Mechanical Engineer III
Upon initial hire and onboarding, the position will require full time presence in the Richland, Washington project office. This position works a 9/80 schedule, offering every other Friday off.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Designing the fluid and gas systems in the process facilities.
- Preparing technical reports, studies, and design documentation, calculations using engineering software, and specifications for complex mechanical equipment for the waste treatment process and supporting systems.
- Candidates will have solid experience in process system design and will be capable of developing design documents, including piping and instrument diagrams and equipment data sheets, that incorporate the applicable design and nuclear safety requirements.
- Interfacing and coordinating with other engineering disciplines and the client in the development of the design.
- Collect the process, safety, and other requirements for the fluid process or support systems and design the system and specify the equipment to meet applicable requirements.
- Coordinates with the engineering group and other disciplines in developing the detailed system design and specifying equipment in a team environment.
- Prepares reports and studies in resolving open technical issues related to the process systems.
- Develops and revises piping and instrument diagrams, formal calculations, and equipment datasheets and specifications in completing the detailed design for the system, including equipment selection.
- Supports the associated safety analyses and hazards evaluations.
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), can be the "face" of the client, promoting our leadership, quality, and safety values, to external partners including vendors, construction companies, and other subcontractors.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 24 - BS degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university or college with 3 years related experience.
- 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 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.
- Related experience includes, but is not limited to, experience in Piping and Instrument Diagram (P&ID) development fluid system design, hydraulic, heat transfer, and thermodynamic calculations, and equipment specification and design development for waste processing, nuclear, refinery, power, or chemical process facilities.
- Possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Knowledge of the corporate, industry and regulatory guides, codes, and standards.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Engineer-in-Training or PE License in Mechanical, Chemical, or Nuclear Engineering.
- Experience in working with procedures meeting quality assurance programs such as ASME-NQU-1. MIL-Q-9858A or ISO-9000.
- Prior experience working with Government agencies, preferably DOE or DOD.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.