Title Lead Electrical Engineer
Position Number 41236
Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations
City/State Richland, WA
Location 2750E/200E
Posted 06/10/2026
Closes 07/01/2026
Regular/Temporary Regular
Full/Part-Time Full-Time
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in leading the nation's largest and most complex waste cleanup. H2C is safely removing, treating, and disposing of 56 million gallons of legacy radioactive and chemical waste at the Hanford site in Washington State and spans all disciplines of engineering and science through a highly integrated and innovative organization.
Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, and Values which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to solve the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to providing a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.
H2C seeks an Engineer who will be responsible to act as the Electrical Engineering Discipline Lead (EDL) covering electrical/I&C/HAC in the Engineering Standards Group. This position will provide subject matter expertise using extensive knowledge of codes and applicable standards. Excellent communication skills are needed, with the ability to effectively influence practitioners across the Integrated Tank Disposition Contract (IDTC) in the disciplined conduct of their specific subject matter.
The Engineer's duties and responsibilities include the following:
Provide expertise in the electrical and I&C engineering disciplines, with particular emphasis on NEC codes
Maintain responsibilities as the Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls, and Hazardous Area Classifications Subject Matter Expert (SME).
Represent ITDC and make authoritative discipline-specific technical recommendations
Establish and maintain relationships with Department of Energy (DOE), external SMEs and the supply chain and augment in-house subject matter experts when required to deliver within the ITDC scope
Develop, implement, maintain, assess and interpret assigned discipline-specific processes, procedures and standards to be applied to ITDC engineering work
Keep current with and assess changes to DOE, national, and industry consensus codes and standards applicable to their discipline and as assigned
Provide discipline design and technical reviews of new designs, major facility modifications, and other technical documents as required by procedures and as requested
Interpret discipline-specific design and technical basis information to support operations and project delivery
Maintain technical competence and stay current with modern standards, tools and methodologies relevant to their respective discipline
Support operations and project delivery in the identification of appropriate discipline-specific design input and engineering processes, procedures and standards to be used for the delivery of engineering work
Sponsor and/or lead discipline-specific process improvement initiatives
Communicate, train, and advise the organization on discipline-specific technical requirements and issues
Assist and mentor engineers in preparation and review of technical documents and calculations
Promote and facilitate best practice and the sharing of discipline-specific learning across the ITDC
Apply an extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in assignments and related work
Perform routine administrative duties (weekly input TIS, staff meetings, routine training)
Assist engineering managers in closing Corrective Actions and DOE/DNFSB findings.
Make decisions independently on engineering problems and methods and represent the department in conferences to resolve important questions and coordinate work
Provide engineering guidance, calculations, analysis, studies, and recommendations for a specialized segment of engineering within schedule and budget
Required Qualifications
Grade 20:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline with:
ten (10) years experience
Grade 21:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline with:
twelve (12) years 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.
Grade 22:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline with:
fourteen (14) years experience.
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with NEC 70 article 500 Hazardous Area Classifications (classified NFPA 497, Guidance for design in potentially hazardous atmospheres
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 grade and 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 at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.
Hiring Range Minimum: $131,888
Hiring Range Maximum: $214,288
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
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).
Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.
Relocation Funding Provided Yes
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.
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, age, sex, and national origin. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected 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)
