Mechanical Engineer (Entry Level)

Title Mechanical Engineer (Entry Level) Position Number 39161 Company WA River Protection Solutions City/State Richland, WA Location 2435 Stevens Posted 07/10/2024 Closes 09/08/2024 Regular/Temporary Regular Full/Part-Time Full-Time Job Responsibilities/Duties Engineering at WRPS consists of process engineering, design engineering, nuclear safety, plant/system engineering, construction project engineering, procurement engineering, process and control system engineering, engineering standards/program implementation, and the Chief Technology Office. These areas support all areas of the tank farm mission including Retrievals, Production Operations, Field Projects, Waste Feed Delivery Projects, and long term innovations. Mechanical engineers are responsible for providing engineering support to the WRPS mission within the Engineering Organization. Duties of the mechanical engineer will typically include design, analysis, testing, fabrication, control, operation, monitoring, and maintenance of mechanical systems. These mechanical systems are resident in all existing tank farm facilities and new facilities under design and construction. The specific engineering duties will include the following: Assume responsibility for the mechanical system aspects of specific projects/scope including design, application, test, or the preparation of specifications for systems, materials, equipment or components in collaboration with other engineering/science competencies within the team. Prepare technical manuals, reports, procedures and deliver technical presentations to engineering, operations, projects, and customer organizations. Conduct site/area visits and investigate engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives and provide recommendations Apply technical knowledge toward the reduction of the cost and improvement of systems where possible and incorporate new ideas resulting from engineering/scientific progress in the field. Support preparation of scope, cost, and schedules for projects/tasks. Problem-solving for complex technical challenges with adaptations of engineering alternatives. Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures. Required Qualifications Grade 14: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline Grade 15: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline One (1) years of experience Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased. Grade 16: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline Two (2) years of experience Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased. Desired Qualifications Previous relevant internship experience EIT Compensation & Benefits Grade 14: Hiring Range Minimum: $71,200 Hiring Range Maximum: $89,800 Grade 15: Hiring Range Minimum: $78,338 Hiring Range Maximum: $98,813 Grade 16: Hiring Range Minimum: $86,138 Hiring Range Maximum: $108,513 WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration. Relocation Funding Provided Yes U.S. Citizenship Required Yes Clearance Required No Job Classification Exempt Shift Work Required No This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). 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