Mechanical Engineer Associate I

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is hiring for a Mechanical Engineer Associate I in Richland, WA.

This position will support Navarro-ATL. Navarro-ATL is located in Richland, WA and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. Navarro-ATL members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD).

Support the 222-S Complex with mechanical engineering, project engineering, and other duties as assigned with general supervision. Performs a variety of engineering duties including, but not limited to: new equipment design and upgrades of existing 222-S systems, developing and approving work packages and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), conducting field walk downs, developing specifications, performing and/or reviewing calculations, testing, 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 beginning problem solving and exercise of judgment as required on lower level work details and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.

Under direct supervision work on design, work planning, field execution and project closeout and cooperate with other engineers performing related phases of technical work.
• Use and/or application of codes and standards, engineering principles, to prepare mechanical designs and other design engineering documents as assigned.
• Implement and revise Preventative Maintenance (PM) for assigned systems. Support the team planning process to develop work instruction to safely implement designs within the 222-S Complex. Assist with field modifications and acceptance testing and perform field work complete walk downs.
• Under direct supervision prepare technical reports, review designs, plans, and shop drawings. Assist with mechanical analysis using MathCad, AutoCAD, Smart Plant, and other software. Apply working knowledge of mechanical codes, manuals and standards to engineering design.
• Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• One year of nuclear engineering experience.

Grade 14: $81,900 - $94,013

The grade level offered to the selected candidate will be based on business needs and the candidate's education, training, and/or relevant experience.

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.