Job Title: Associate Engineer/Engineer (Mechanical |Structural)
Req. E-1359
Posting Date: 2/6/25
Compensation: Grade 28 ($72,163 – $88,205) annually
Grade 30 ($83,688-$102,291) annually
CH2M HILL BWXT West Valley, LLC (CHBWV) is the prime contractor selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Phase 1 – Facility Disposition Project at the West Valley Demonstration Project. The site is a scenic 30-minute drive south of Buffalo, New York. In cooperation with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, CHBWV continues to decontaminate and decommission facilities at this site.
We are a premier employer in the Western New York and southern-tier areas. Our benefit and compensation package includes:
- competitive pay and opportunity for variable pay incentives
- extensive benefit offerings focused on your physical, financial, and emotional wellness
- 401(k) employer match and enhanced employer contributions - up to 9% total company contribution!
- 4-day workweek (10 hours per day)
- tuition reimbursement & professional development
- atmosphere fostering work life balance
Lifelong careers are common at CHBWV. If you are interested in joining the CHBWV family, apply to one of our current job openings or join our Talent Community.
JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Associate Engineer will perform basic engineering analysis and review on a wide variety of problems in area of engineering discipline. Generally, works as a member of a team with specific work assigned by manager or senior engineers.
his position will troubleshoot, evaluate, and develop solutions for mechanical systems and components to include but not limited to Ventilation/HV. Responsibilities include developing and generating project plans (work documents) for executing engineered solution to site projects and daily activities.
REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
- Grade 28
- Bachelor of Science or Technology degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited program.
- Grade 30
- Bachelors of Science or Technology degree in an applicable engineering discipline from an accredited program
- Minimum of three (3) years of professional engineering experience.
- Graduate degree in engineering may be substituted for some experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills.
Other Requirements:
- Must possess a basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or chemical equipment and processes, theories, principles, techniques, policies, regulations, and legal requirements to successfully complete difficult assignments.
- Must have basic knowledge of planning, organizing, monitoring, and developing approaches for resources within the requirements of the DOE and general CHBVW and Corporate guidelines, policies, objectives, and procedures. Must possess leadership skills through developing and implementing strategies. The impact of this primary role is direct and significant with direct accountability to CHBWV management.
- Must be able to work under very general supervision exercising reasonable judgment in determining objectives of assignments according to established procedures. Receive specific instructions as to work to be performed in assigned area; carry out all details which may be required for completion. New assignments will be accompanied with more specific information. Receive assistance in analysis and corrective steps required.
- Must be able to use own judgment in locating, selecting, and applying most appropriate engineering guidelines, references, and procedures.
- Must be able to perform, identify, and analyze diverse engineering responsibilities involving different and unrelated processes and methods. Must possess advanced knowledge of industry specific software applications.
- Must execute a broad scope of specific engineering practices affecting the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processes or services.
- Must demonstrate research and creativity skills:
- To determine solutions.
- To receive assignments, gather information, and to present findings to manager or more senior engineers.
- With engineers, technicians, and crafts personnel to determine testing or operational requirements, provide instructions in work procedures, and coordinate preparation of test results, work procedures, and other documentation required by the position.
- To acquire information from customers or vendors.
- Must be able to interface with employees in the department, division, and organization. Must be able to plan, coordinate, or advise on work efforts or to resolve engineering problems toward mutual goals.
- Must be able to guide clerical employees, technicians, or craft personnel in completing specific assignments.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following established safe work practices and procedures; investigating and reporting identified safety concerns or situations.
- Adhere to standards contained in the Company “Code of Conduct,” Company EEO practices, and DOE directives.
- Assist in the preparation, review, and evaluation of engineering documentation.
- Assist in engineering products, systems, and programs development.
- Assist in evaluating and/or confirming adequacy of engineering products, systems, and programs.
- Assist in ensuring product, system and program quality.
- Assist in preparing and scheduling work activities and integration with other departments.
- Maintain and increase professional technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
- Regular attendance is required.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
U.S. Citizenship is required for employment.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify
CHBWV is a drug free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screen, and background investigation. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
