HLW Piping Field Engineer

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Project Overview:

Bechtel is designing, constructing, and commissioning the world’s largest radioactive waste treatment plant for the U.S. Department of Energy at the Hanford Site in southeastern Washington State. The Hanford Tank Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant will use vitrification technology to process and solidify 56 million gallons (210 million liters) of radioactive and chemical waste stored at the Hanford site, which is a byproduct of plutonium production during World War II and the Cold War era.

The project is the largest undertaking of its kind and one of DOE’s most technically challenging cleanup projects. Its construction spans 65 acres (26 hectares) with four major nuclear facilities – Pretreatment, Low-Activity Waste Vitrification, High-Level Waste Vitrification and Analytical Laboratory – as well as operations and maintenance buildings, utilities, other support facilities.

The Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) is a limited liability corporation created by Bechtel National Inc. (BNI) and Amentum. WTCC is a subcontractor to BNI, the prime contractor, to deliver the construction, turnover, startup, and commissioning activities for the WTP project. 

This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 am to 5:00 pm (day shift). Extended work weeks and/or extended hours may be required or authorized to support the construction schedule.     

Job Summary:

The HLW Piping Field Engineer is responsible for activities relating to construction engineering within the Piping/Mechanical discipline. This position will be responsible for a variety of construction tasks utilizing nuclear codes and standards related to pipe, equipment and machinery installations. Responsibilities include the development of work plans, interpreting vendor installation drawings and manuals, coordinating materials, performing and documenting inspections, reporting progress, and resolving conflicts in design and construction related to the installation and testing of mechanical equipment and piping commodities. This position requires good planning and organizational skills, ability to perform detailed inspections and the ability to produce documentation. #LI-CL1 

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with engineering on constructability and design issues relating to mechanical equipment and related systems.
• Develop work plans, coordinate materials, perform and document inspections, report progress, and resolve conflicts in design and construction related to the installation and testing of piping/mechanical equipment and commodities.
• Provide leadership in a team-based environment.
• Responsible for the activities of assigned construction engineers.
• Direct the preparation of material take offs for field purchased piping material and equipment.
• Review requisitions for field purchases.
• Support field procurement in inspection and receipt of piping and pipe support materials.
• Review the preparation of construction drawings and schedules.
• Assist Field Engineers and Superintendents in the interpretation of design and vendor drawings, monitor pipe commodity delivery, storage, and installation.
• Interface with survey team for laser scanning, as-building and general layout for equipment and piping installations
• Review specifications, procedures, inspection reports, delivery schedules, vendor manuals and technical data.
• Responsible for development of pressure test packages, performance, witnessing and documentation of test acceptance.
• Coordinate with Subcontractor work efforts and interfaces with client personnel as required.
• Interface with the Construction Automation group and Project Controls. Perform take offs from Issued For Construction drawings, provide input to the quantity tracking applications and reports weekly installed quantities to Project Controls.
• Perform constructability reviews of engineering design, resolves issues with engineering and fabricator.
• Work within TEAMWorks to verify accurate data from engineering and suppliers.
• Take an active lead in promoting a safe work environment and be committed to Bechtel’s Zero Accident Program.
• Participate in and foster a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communications, teamwork empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related subject from an accredited university and 1-2 years of Field Engineering or related experience or, in lieu of a degree, 5-6 years of directly related experience.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Bechtel visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• 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.)
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.
• Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working in a field construction environment interpreting specification, procedures, vendor drawings and installation instructions, and codes.
• Understanding piping P&ID’s, isometrics drawings, pipe support drawings (engineered specific and generic “cookbook”)
• Scoping, preparation, execution, and restoration of mechanical systems and equipment (motors, cranes, hoists, rails).
• Working closely with diverse construction disciplines, craftsmen, and oversight organizations.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, 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.
• Experience with piping and pipe support installation and inspection and pressure testing of piping.
• Experience with installation of mechanical equipment, piping and pipe supports.
• Strong knowledge of ASME B31.3, ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and related ASTM material standards and codes.
• Strong ability to read, understand and interpret mechanical/piping installation/construction drawings.
• Strong understanding of change management and configuration control processes.
• Understanding of welding processes.
• Technical knowledge of a specialized engineering discipline, cost, scheduling, and contracts administration relating to the construction of heavy industrial or commercial complexes.
• Strong understanding construction / system completion walk-downs, pressure testing.
• General awareness of environmental laws. Awareness of government compliance standards.
• Knowledge of requirements for Lock Out Tag Out for safety.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications in accordance with current Bechtel standards.
• General awareness of local labor laws and issues. General knowledge of state, federal, and local contracting requirements.
• Experience working with, supervising, and administering subcontractors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess Nuclear Construction knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of Bechtel’s Zero Accident Safety Program and familiar with current industry standards.
• Familiarity with current industry quality standards.
• Knowledge of project specific environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge and experience of the ISMS guiding principles and core functions.
• Working knowledge of the history and status of the WTP High Level Waste (HLW) facility.

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