Software Engineer and I&C SME

SUMMARY

Provide oversight of contractor support systems for the High-Level Waste (HLW) facility to ensure compliance with established criteria sound engineering principles and professional practices through assessments surveillances design reviews and other oversight activities consistent with DOE-PRO-CIPE-50085 (Integrated Oversight).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and report contractor performance in iCAS.
• Provide options for resolution of issues if discovered.
• Conduct critical assessments to identify the cause of technical problems encountered in the HLW facility.
• Identify compliance omissions discrepancies inadequacies and nonconformance against approved criteria procedures or regulations.
• Coordinate oversight with multiple organizations and disciplines to ensure operability quality and safety of systems and components.
• Consult with engineers or technical staff in other organization units industry DOE Headquarters regulatory agencies and stakeholder groups to assist in issue resolution.
• Provide technical advice and consultation to a multidisciplinary group of professional and technical personnel engaged in carrying out the HLW project.
• Validate the implementation of program requirements for the HLW facility.
• Identify and assist in the mitigation of risks associated with HLW and supporting facilities.
• Consult with Engineering Construction External DOE Startup entities and other various entities to recommend corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to reduce risks associated with HLW and supporting facilities.
• Follow-up on issues adverse conditions and other areas of concern to ensure corrective actions are implemented correctly.
• Review HLW technical products including:

• Component and System Requirements.
• Safety Risk Reduction and Reliability Designs.
• Startup Test Indices (STIs).
• Contractor work execution in the field.
• Process and procedure compliance.
• Technical requirements implementation.

• Participate in staff meetings.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in engineering science or business management or alternatively an accredited high school certificate plus eight (8) years of specialized experience in engineering science or business management in addition to the requisite experience. MS/MA or PhD degree in a relevant field is considered to be two (2) and five (5) years of experience respectively.
• Fourteen (14) years of directly applicable experience as a senior executive or consultant interfacing and working with organizational executives and senior management or senior technical or business individuals in government or industry on strategic management technical or business issues.
• Professional career that demonstrates a steady progression of promotions and positions assuming greater responsibility.
• Experience with testing operations maintenance training programs or processes in a nuclear facility.
• Experience with startup testing and commissioning processes in a chemical and/or nuclear facility.
• Proven experience in supporting programs and project oversight requiring coordination analysis reporting review and monitoring.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365. Expert-level proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Maintain proficiency in the following through periodic training:

• WTP Site access.
• WTP site qualifications including DOE Startup Engineer qualification.

• Capability to conduct oversight against the following DOE Orders/Standards:

• DOE O 422.1 Conduct of Operations.
• DOE O 426.2 Training Qualification and Certification Requirements.
• DOE O 425.1D Verification of Readiness to Start Up or Restart Nuclear Facilities.

• Maintain proficiency in the following through periodic training:

• WTP Site access.
• WTP site qualifications including DOE Startup Engineer qualification.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Experience with Nuclear Power Plants.
• Proven track record of success in I&C/Electrical/DCS/Software Startup Engineer.
• Possession of an advanced degree or additional certifications/training in: Electrical Design Engineering Modification Qualified Root Cause Investigator I&C and Electrical Setpoint Calculation.
• Experience with testing operations maintenance training programs or processes in a nuclear facility.
• Experience with startup testing and commissioning processes in a chemical and/or nuclear facility.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Hanford Site mission activities and priorities.
• In-depth knowledge of DOE Hanford processes and procedures.
• Proficient in DOEs 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.
• Knowledge of DOE policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Hanford Site mission activities and priorities.
• Knowledge of DOE program and project management practices policies and procedures

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL

The expected travel time is less than 25%.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

Must have or be able to attain a valid state drivers license and be insurable on the companys automobile insurance policy. Driving with or without accommodation may be required when traveling for training and/or short occasional amounts of local driving. The expected driving time is less than 25%.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting including the normal office equipment (e.g. computer fax machines copier) and with a wide variety of people in differing functions personalities and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequent sitting using hands/fingers handling reaching with hands and arms talking hearing; occasional walking or standing occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs. It is Katmais business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable state and federal laws to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Pay range: $150000to $185000per year.
• Eligible Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Life & AD&D Insurance Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) 11 Paid Federal Holidays and Leave of Absence.

Compliance:

To be considered for this position all applicants must apply on the company website are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race colorreligion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin disability status protected veteran status marital status familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).