LAW/BOF/LAB Engineering SME

Edgewater Technical Associates

$175K — $220K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in Engineering, Science or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • Minimum 5 years in contractor oversight and engineering for capital projects.
  • Experience with WTP engineering requirements covering mechanical and chemical systems.
  • Expertise in navigating complex federal regulations for contractor performance.
  • Understanding of DOE Hanford processes and policies preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Act as HFO Field Engineer for LAW, BOF, and LAB systems in the WTP Project.
  • Oversee and assess contractor engineering activities for various systems.
  • Conduct field assessments, maintaining regular oversight activities.
  • Analyze technical engineering issues and resolve conflicts.
  • Communicate technical matters to engineers and management as needed.
  • Provide recommendations for planning and implementing engineering projects.
  • Monitor contractor work and report on engineering activity progress.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for situational telework at management's discretion.
Full Job Description
Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a LAW/BOF/LAB Engineering SME opportunity in Richland, WA for the DOE Hanford Field Office.

Position Overview:
  • Perform as an HFO Field Engineer on the Low-Activity Waste (LAW) and Balance of Facility (BOF), and Analytical Laboratory (LAB) systems for the WTP Project.
  • Perform oversight and assessment of the contractor engineering activities and programs for various mechanical, chemical (e.g., ammonia), and ventilation structures, systems, and components.
  • Performs oversight and assessment activities in the field consistently (not less than 2x per week).
  • Conducts in-depth analysis of technical engineering issues, requirements and development efforts and the resolution of major conflicts, unique issues and engineering uncertainties.
  • Debriefs other engineers, staff, and management on unusual, difficult or controversial technical engineering matters.
  • Provides opinions and recommendations relative to planning, organizing and implementing engineering projects and processes.
  • Monitor contractor work processes and report on successes or obstacles for LAW, BOF, and LAB facility engineering activities.
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of facility and system engineering requirements.
  • Provide timely and accurate input (oversight reports, weekly reports, email, verbal, etc.) to WED, AMWTP, and HFO Management (when requested) regarding contractor performance for engineering activities.
  • Utilize excellent writing and communication skills in all interactions.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • BS/BA degree in Engineering, Science or technical discipline. Six years of relevant experience may be substituted for BS/BA degree.
  • At least 5 years of experience in contractor oversight and engineering programs on a capital project similar to WTP.
  • Experience with WTP engineering requirements for mechanical, chemical (e.g., ammonia), and ventilation structures, systems, and component operations.
  • Experience with researching and navigating complex federal regulations to determine requirements for contractor performance attributes on a capital project.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Direct HFO experience with the Hanford Site mission and WTP project, activities, and priorities.
  • Experience with performance of engineering activities.
  • Proven track record of success in performing/communicating oversight in a technical environment.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the Hanford Site mission, activities, and priorities.
  • In-depth knowledge of DOE Hanford processes and procedures.
  • Proficient in DOE's program management practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Familiarity with, or ability to quickly learn and utilize, various technology management tools used at Hanford.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • Expert-level proficient in Microsoft 365.


Other Job-Related Qualifications:
• United States Citizenship

Work Location: Work shall be conducted at the Hanford Field Office and the Hanford Site in Richland, WA with eligibility for situational telework at the discretion of management.

Compensation:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience and may range between $175,000 and $220,000 annually.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

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