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Title HVAC Engineer *Repost*

Position Number 40291

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location 200E

Posted 08/21/2025

Closes 09/14/2025

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

In the role of HVAC Engineer, you will grow your professional career in a highly integrated organization where your will get to interact with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Environmental, Safety, Industrial Safety, Quality Assurance, and Projects. This position reports to the Design Services group. This position will be responsible for the design of new facilities, updating design to existing facilities and review of external designs. The Design Services group is a multidisciplined team that includes Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, Designers and Project Delivery Managers.

The HVAC Engineer will be required to provide the following duties for this position:

* Prepare conceptual, preliminary and final design, perform engineering analysis, develop and prepare engineering calculations

* Develop details and prepare engineering drawings.

* Prepare quantities, cost estimates and construction specifications

* Prepare engineering reports

* Review designs, plans and shop drawings

* Perform field observations, inspections and measurements

* Attend project meetings

* Field support includes troubleshooting and operational support for HVAC, exhaust ventilation systems, mechanical systems, control systems, and facility instrumentation.

* Set high standard for conduct of engineering, quality of products, and compliance with procedures, codes, and standards.

* Be customer service oriented, completing assignment safely, on time, and within budget.

* Perform administrative duties on time (routine training, safety meetings, daily time allocation, continuing training, staff meetings).

* Attendance at weekly operations and engineering team meetings.

* Engineering support to HVAC projects, if needed, during testing and installation phases.

* Provide training and mentoring to help develop less experienced engineers.

* Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex problems.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and engineering ability to support operations, maintenance, and facility customers in office, facility, and field settings.

Required Qualifications

Grade 16:

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and

Two (2) years of related experience

Grade 17:

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and

Five (5) years of related 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 18:

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline; and

Seven (7) years of related 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

Experience with nuclear and/or non-nuclear heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems with the key element in managing and controlling vapor hazards within facilities.

Experience in application of nuclear ventilation codes and standards (e.g., ASME AG-1) and/or industrial ventilation and emissions control systems.

Previous experience providing engineering support for operation, maintenance, and/or facility customers.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and 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 at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $88,200

Hiring Range Maximum: $134,588

H2C 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 visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

Relocation Funding Provided 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). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

+ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf)

+ Pay Transparency Policy Statement

+ Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)

+ Employee Polygraph Protection Act

+ WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)