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For more than a century, Bechtel has worked with a strong foundation built on safety, quality, integrity, innovation, development and sustainability. The company continues to maintain the future by taking on critical challenges, friendly environment and creating lasting value for communities and clients around the whole world.
Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer at Bechtel in Richland, WA – Waste Treatment Plant Project
Job Location: Richland, Washington
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $90,990 – $138,760 annually
Relocation: Available
About the Project – Hanford Vit Plant (WTP)
Join the company at the Hanford Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant — a project converting radioactive and chemical waste from the WWII and Cold War eras into a stable and reliable, glass-based form for safe disposal in the atmosphere.
This initiative protects the Columbia River ecosystem, supporting communities, salmon, and wildlife throughout the Pacific Northwest in the world.
Location perks include:
- Richland, WA — near Columbia, Snake, and Yakima rivers
- 300+ sunny days/year
- Proximity to 200+ wineries
- Outdoor adventure and big-city access
Position Overview as a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer
As a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer, you all will play a crucial role in designing complex fluid and gas systems that meet nuclear safety and industry-specific regulations in the company. You’ll work on a part-time telework basis and as well as full time work after the initial onsite phase and contribute to a mission-critical environmental project as a whole person in work.
Key Responsibilities in Bechtel
Design & Technical Execution
- Lead the design of mechanical systems for WTP process facilities in company process.
- Create and review the process of Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), technical calculations, drawings, and design reports in various fields.
- Generate various material requisitions, equipment specifications, and engineering deliverables for further process.
- Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., ASME, DOE, ISO) and Bechtel’s internal standards should be met.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers to learn more about process.
- Coordinate with multiple disciplines and stakeholders for smooth work process and their concern, including clients and cross-functional teams.
- Contribute input to project scheduling, project undertaking, progress tracking, and trend reporting.
Quality & Safety
- Support the Nuclear Safety Quality Culture.
- Ensure deliverables should be meet strict technical, budget, and timeline requirements according to the company guidelines.
- Uphold Bechtel’s safety, environmental, friendly and regulatory expectations.
Required Qualifications in Bechtel
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering with 5–8 years of relevant experience in this field. Freshers not allowed.
- OR 9–12 years of progressive related engineering experience in lieu of a degree important .
Technical Skills
- Proficient in:
- Fluid system design
- Hydraulic calculations
- Mechanical equipment sizing
- System-level engineering for nuclear, refinery, or chemical facilities
- Experience working under QA programs such as:
- ASME NQA-1
- MIL-Q-9858A
- ISO-9000
Additional Requirements
- Candidate must pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks.
- Candidate must be eligible for a DOE security badge.
- Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and other terms and conditions applied.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in DOE or DOD facility design process.
- Prior work experience in various nuclear or waste processing facilities.
- Strong project planning mindset and document control experience must have.
- Effective communication skills for inter-disciplinary collaboration and client interaction.
Telework & Work Schedule in this company
Bechtel company offers part-time telework flexibility to all their employees for this full-time role. Initially, you will have to work on-site in Richland location, after that transferred to a hybrid work setup once onboarding is completed by company.
Total Rewards & Benefits
Bechtel provides a various competitive compensation package tailored to attract top engineering talent for their company to growth off company and individual.
Insurance & Health
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Disability & Supplemental Insurance
Time Off
- 160 hours of annual PTO provided
- 9 paid holidays provided
- Parental leave provided when in need
Retirement & Bonus
- 401(k) plan with company match + profit-sharing provided
- Discretionary performance bonuses provided
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Bechtel, company champion a One Team culture where every voice is heard and no one will be disappointed by the company terms, and every team member is valued by whole team. Our workforce reflects a diverse blend of cultures, experiences, and expertise with equal level of treatment — a core driver of our innovation and success to growth.
“Diverse teams build the extraordinary.”
We are committed to equal opportunity employment for all candidates, regardless of race, religion, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.
Call to Action:
Are you ready to join a huge pace level project that protects the environment, cultures and solves complex engineering problems, and advances your career different fields?
Need accommodations during the application process by any candidate email us:
Email: acesstmt@bechtel.com
Our Thoughts
Hey! I came across this amazing opportunity at Bechtel and immediately thought of you all. It is a company that’s been holding world-changing projects for over a decade! If you’re looking to be part of something very good and work on large-scale engineering and infrastructure projects, this could be a perfect fit for you. Definitely worth checking out!
Apply now and become a vital part of Bechtel mission to innovate, create, and deliver extraordinary projects to the millions worldwide. If you’re into Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer and want your work to impact globally, this could be a golden opportunity. Go for it!
