Mechanical Engineer Energy at Atkins Energy Federal EPC, Inc. in Richland, Washington

Job Description:

Job Description

WE ARE HIRING!

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Energy to join our Nuclear Energy Team. This is an entry-level position and is based out of Richland, WA.

ABOUT US

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Initiates and develops mechanical equipment designs.  May use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform assignments. Able to take mechanical systems from concept through to commissioning and testing. Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments. Makes decisions independently on complex engineered systems, commensurate with experience and seniority.

• Performs a variety of engineering calculations using traditional engineering methods to document compliance with project and code requirements, which may include stress calculations, limits and fits and equipment sizing.


• Generates and is fully conversant with drawings, layout drawings, arrangement, assembly and detail drawings, specifications and data sheets.


• Assists in the preparation and approval of design documents and plant modifications, including supervision of designers in document development in accordance with approved procedures, processes and design requirements.


• Provides technical expertise and guidance to develop, manage and implement engineering analysis, activities and programs to identify and resolve equipment and system problems.


• Familiar with national codes and standards appropriate to the Mechanical Engineering discipline.


• Ensures relevant design criteria, specifications, practices, procedures and codes and site design and safety and licensing basis are used in preparation of design media.


• Interfaces with staff, within the team and supporting sub-contractors to ensure work is completed in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring that safety is an integral element embodied in equipment design and specification.


• Works in multi-discipline teams on project-based work and ensures integration of design across multiple disciplines.


• Performs checking to ensure accuracy of design media in accordance with company policies and procedures and client expectations.


• Works to assigned schedules ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of work and initiates corrective measures to overcome delays.


• Understands, complies and is responsible for working to environmental health and safety policies and procedures and attends meetings as required. Provides supervision and leadership to members of the design team, commensurate with seniority.


• Recommends new equipment, concepts and techniques to improve performance, simplify design, reduce costs, correct design flaws or to comply with changes in client requirements, codes or regulations.


• Performs independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of plant changes and design modifications.


• Supports installation and testing of site systems and components.


• Participates in the preparation of cost estimates for engineering services to internal and external clients and coordinates work assignments to meet project-established schedules and budgets.


• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines.


• Works under close supervision.


• Does not typically exercise independent judgment.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED AND DESIRED SKILLS

• Basic communication skills


• Intermediate computer skills, including the use of Mechanical Equipment design  software and Microsoft Office


• Basic knowledge of functional discipline and its practical application


• Basic knowledge of industry codes and regulationsHidden Text


• Testing prototypical system (desired)


• Nuclear power experience (desired)


• Vitrification and/or glass making exerience (desired)

QUALIFICATIONS

• EXPERIENCE: 1-2 year of experience preferred


• EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required in Mechanical engineering or related technical degree or equivalent


• SPECIAL SKILLS: None

• PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS: None required; Engineer-In-Training (EIT), with ability to gain  Professional Engineering License preferred

WHY JOIN US?

AtkinsRéalis is an exciting place to Start Your Career! With a purpose to build a better world for our planet and its people, we leverage our global employee network to create valuable partnerships and deliver solutions for humanity’s toughest challenges. AtkinsRéalis promotes diversity, equity and inclusion, and our company ethos encourages collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology, and our culture. We are rapidly growing in the US, and we need energetic, passionate, and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!

WHAT WE OFFER AT ATKINSRÉALIS:

AtkinsRéalis realizes the importance of mental and physical health, personal and professional development, and holistic wellbeing. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package to aid our employees’ peace of mind in and outside of work.

As a Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing:

• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope


• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network


• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication


• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network


• Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program


• Additional benefits include competitive salaries; Flexible work schedules; Group Insurance; Two Floating Holidays; Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity); Pet Insurance; Retirement Savings Plan with employer match; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Employee Resources Groups supporting women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals; 2-to-1 donation match for STEAM-related educational initiatives through the AtkinsRéalis Foundation.

Expected compensation range is between $62,000-$103,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here:

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.