Job Description

HVAC Mechanical Engineer needed for a contract role in Richland, WA

Job Description:

This position entails working as part of the HVAC team designing the areas of the HVAC systems and or support utilities used to support the treatment and vitrification processes. This position will require the candidate to have solid experience in HVAC design and be capable of the development and preparation of design documentation, including technical reports, studies, calculations, Ventilation and Instrumentation diagrams, and equipment data sheets. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in the development and preparation of procurement documentation such as equipment specifications and material requisitions.

In this position, the candidate will be required to interface and coordinate with the other engineering disciplines and the client in the development of the design. Excellent communication and presentation skills are of benefit to the candidate.

Major Responsibilities:

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard mechanical engineering methods, techniques, procedures, design criteria, and codes and standards in making adaptations and modifications in the HVAC design.
• Participates in the design, development, and modification of mechanical components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), codes and standards, and our client design guides.
• Prepares engineering design documentation including technical reports, studies, calculations, Ventilation and Instrumentation diagrams, equipment data sheets, conceptual studies, and design proposals.
• Prepares engineering procurement documentation including equipment specifications, material requisitions, and technical evaluations of vendor procurement proposals.
• Coordinates HVAC engineering efforts in various assigned areas with our client specialty groups, other engineering disciplines, Construction, and Operations and Maintenance.
• Informing our client during the design progression and quickly addressing our client’s question is essential.
• Provides technical assistance to other mechanical personnel and interacts with other project functions, our client, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex regulatory and industry codes and standards
• Aids project and construction management in identifying and complying with project mechanical requirements and in addressing issues as they arise during project execution
• Provides checking of design documentation including technical reports, studies, calculations, Ventilation and Instrumentation diagrams, equipment data sheets, conceptual studies, and design proposals. utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), codes and standards, and our client design guides.
• Provides checking of mechanical engineering reports for clients as required
• Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals
• When delegated, provides guidance to other mechanical engineering personnel for specific tasks or projects.
• Provides a monthly brown bag learning presentation on relevant HVAC subject matter.
• Mentors and aids junior team members as required.
• Completes mechanical documentation and procedures for equipment installation, maintenance, and operations.
• Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability

Education and Experience Requirements :

Level 1

• Engineer In-Training certification required. Expectation is to obtain a Professional Engineer’s license within 1 year of employment.
• Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 10-15 years of relevant work experience.

Level 2

• Professional Engineer’s license is required.
• Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 15-20 years of 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.
• Solid experience in producing HVAC load calculations, pressure drop calculations, ductwork design, and equipment selection is required.
• Knowledge of ASME AG-1, ASHRAE, SMACNA standards, and experience with DOE Nuclear Cleaning Handbook and relevant DOE design guides.
• Solid experience in the use of MS Office applications, i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, etc.
• Previous WTP Experience using our client's Procurement tools would be beneficial

Employment Pre-requisites

The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation, and drug urinalysis.

SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.

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Estimated Min Rate : $61.60

Estimated Max Rate : $88.00

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