Mechanical Designer

Requisition ID: 279733

Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Telework Type: Part-Time Telework

Work Location: Richland, WA

Salary Range: $90,990 - $138,760 annually (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers’ objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.Core to Bechtel is our values ethics, safety, quality, people, culture, relationships, innovation and sustainability, and our commitments integrity, respect, collaboration, trust, and delivery. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliverProject Overview:Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest.Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.Job Summary:In this role, you will conduct field investigations and client interviews to determine work scope and cost estimates for a project’s mechanical aspects. You will lead design, development, modification, and evaluation of mechanical components and processes. Your recommendations will resolve technical issues and ensure the unique and complex requirements of a project’s mechanical aspects are met.Part-Time Telework: This position is a full-time role that offers part-time telework flexibility in the Richland, Washington project office. Upon initial hire and onboarding, the position will require full time presence in the Richland, Washington project office, then may offer part-time telework flexibility. This position works a 9/80 schedule, offering every other Friday off.Please be advised that the telework designation of the position may be changed in the future at the discretion of the company or project. #LI-TN1Major Responsibilities:

The primary role of the Mechanical Designer is meeting with engineers to establish requirements for new or existing mechanical designs.

Perform work using Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and appropriate 2-D and 3-D computer-aided design and computer-aided engineering tools (SolidWorks, PDM, MicroStation).

Create designs in accordance with client, company, and industry standards.

Communicate design concepts and requirements using Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

Create 3-D models of mechanical equipment and originate drawing packages for detail designs and/or design proposals.

Lead and participate in Design Reviews that demonstrate design functionality and the implementation of requirements.

Solicit feedback and disposition comments, from internal and external stakeholders, related to impacts on design.

Active participation in design activity planning by establishing interim milestones and related time to completion estimates.

A desire to drive schedule without sacrificing quality by planning carefully and maintaining continuous communication.

Attend weekly meetings to discuss progress, schedule, and roadblocks.

Perform in a highly collaborative environment where all team members participate in resolving design challenges.

Maintain continuous personal and professional development while also contributing to the development of the team.

Uphold the Bechtel Vision, Values and Commitments.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Chemical, or Nuclear Engineering from an accredited university or college (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

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.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

High proficiency using SolidWorks to create 3-D models and related drawing packages.

Perform and lead Design Reviews that facilitate collaboration and result in high quality designs.

Comprehend and effectively implement project requirements for applicable WTP Mechanical Handling Designs.

Familiar with regulations and industry codes and standards affecting complex engineering work within discipline.

Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

Total Rewards/Benefits:For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total RewardsDiverse teams build the extraordinary:As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com