Title Senior Mechanical Engineer Repost
Position Number 39977
Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations
City/State Richland, WA
Location 200E
Posted 08/07/2025
Closes 08/25/2025
Regular/Temporary Regular
Full/Part-Time Full-Time
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Hanford Tank Waste Operations and Closure (H2C) is the tank farm operating contractor at the Hanford Site located in Richland, WA. The H2C mission is to safely store, retrieve, and treat 56 million gallons of legacy radioactive and hazardous waste. This complex mission spans all competencies of engineering/science accomplished through a highly integrated organization engineering organization.
The Engineer will be responsible for providing technical engineering services in support of technology development related activities. They will perform a variety of engineering duties including, but not limited to: design, drafting, conducting field and vendor / laboratory facility walkdowns, developing specifications, performing and/or reviewing calculations, testing, design/procedural reviews, and assisting in the planning and execution of technology development efforts. This position includes supporting the development of conventional to highly complex engineering solutions to technical problems. The Engineer may support the activities of National Laboratories, industry vendors, and / or academia.
Assume technical responsibility for one or more technology development programs / program elements
Coordinate with National Laboratories, industry vendors, academia, and tank farm field organizations on technical work to be performed associated with technology development program(s)
Facilitate comment disposition on technical reports, designs, and documents and resolve differences or conflicts prior to transmitting the comments to subcontracted engineering firms and national laboratories
Prepare costs and schedule estimates on proposed tasks in assigned area, ensuring schedules are task-based, resource-loaded, and the status is correctly provided in support of the tasks
Apply technical knowledge toward the reduction of the cost and improvement of engineering solutions where possible and incorporate new ideas resulting from interactions with tank farm field organizations or technology users.
Demonstrate problem solving skills in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives when defining solutions to technical challenges
Provide technical support to fabrication, construction, turnover, and startup activities of transitioned technology solutions
Support preparation of technical manuals, reports, and procedures
Prepare statements of work, or contribute technical requirements for statements of work
Review and evaluate subcontractor proposal(s), and sign the procurement technical evaluation form as evaluator
Participate in work planning sessions associated with the technology programs assigned
Prepare, deliver, and submit technical presentations for technical review meetings; communicate updates to other engineering personnel, management, and field organizations
Demonstrate creative ability in solving technical problems for collaboration with other Engineers in preparation an presentation of technical papers, articles, talks or patent disclosures
Conduct site / vendor visits and investigate technology maturation challenges, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations
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
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience working with national laboratories
Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, you can expect the following:
*A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).
*Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).
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 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 within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.
Hiring Range Minimum: $129,063
Hiring Range Maximum: $179,113
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 visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits
Relocation Funding Provided No
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights.pdf)
Pay Transparency Policy Statement
Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)
