Mechanical Engineer Sr. (2043)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Richland, WA. Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with our clients to overcome their most challenging environmental, technical, and infrastructure missions within the nuclear and environmental industries. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense. This position will support Hanford Laboratory Management and Integration, LLC (HLMI).

HLMI is located in Richland, WA, and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. The HLMI members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD). Provide leadership for mechanical engineering activities at the 222-S Complex and other duties as assigned with minimal supervision.

Performs a variety of engineering duties for mechanical systems including, but not limited to design, drafting, developing and approving work packages and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), conducting field walk downs, developing specifications, performing and/or reviewing calculations, testing, troubleshooting, design/procedural reviews and assisting in the planning and execution of field work. Performs engineering work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering or project tasks. Demonstrates problem solving and exercise of judgment as required on advanced level work details and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives. Responsibilities: + Extensive use and/or application of technical principles, theories, and concepts.

Experience with facility engineering and facility maintenance including compressed air systems, vacuum pump systems, ventilations system and other design engineering documents as assigned. + Prepare technical reports, review designs, plans and shop drawings. Perform mechanical analysis using MathCad, AutoCAD, Smart Plant and other software.

Apply working knowledge of ANSI, ASME, ASHRAE and other mechanical codes, manuals and standards to engineering design. + Implement and manage Preventative Maintenance (PM) for the ventilation systems. Support the team planning process to develop work instruction to safely implement designs within the 222-S Complex.

Oversee field modifications and acceptance testing and perform field work complete walk downs. + Leads, mentors, and develops subordinate engineering staff in area of expertise. May delegate portions of the detail work to less senior personnel. + Evaluate proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment. + Coordinate and work closely with other engineering, maintenance, operations, business, and program management disciplines to define system specifications and requirements. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: + BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering discipline and minimum 12 years of directly related experience + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: + Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) + A Hanford Engineering Staff qualification. Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required. Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled Benefits + Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) + Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) + Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) + Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) + Short Term & Long Term Disability