Plant Engineering Manager 2 - DFLAW Facility Nuclear Safety

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R0112826
On Site
Richland, Washington, United States
Full time
The Plant Engineering organization provides engineering oversight, program support, and qualified staff to support the Hanford Tank Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant (WTP) mission. Near term support is provided by the Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC). The mission includes safely storing, treating, and immobilizing the highly hazardous radiological wastes created during prior periods of nuclear processing at the Hanford Reservation. The Plant Engineering organization and programs provide the framework for executing engineering work. Plant Engineering personnel are responsible for the technical adequacy of Plant Engineering products and decisions.
Within the Plant Engineering organization, the Nuclear and Chemical safety organization is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Nuclear Safety and Chemical Safety programs. This position is within the Nuclear and Chemical safety organization.
This position shall be performed under the day-to-day direction, control and supervision of WTCC.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent education) in an appropriate engineering discipline or related science from a four-year accredited college or university

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of thirteen (13) years of professional experience with at least three years of experience directing the work of others as either a lead, supervisor, or manager, as well as a minimum of four (4) years in a nuclear facility.
Experience in development and maintenance of a Documented Safety Analysis (DSA), Technical Safety Requirements (TSR), and Hazard Analysis (HA)
Experience with an Unreviewed Safety Question (USQ) or USQ-like process
Detailed knowledge of integration of Design and Safety Basis at a DOE managed project
Experience implementing DOE Standard 3009-94 or other Safe Harbor methodologies
Familiarity with Nuclear Safety engineering processes and procedures
Practical experience implementing the Preliminary Hazards Analysis (PrHA) process
Working knowledge of industry and regulatory guides, codes, and standards
Excellent listening, oral and written communication, planning and organizational skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Extensive technical knowledge of Quality, engineering systems, engineering calculations, applications of engineering methods and materials, to ensure the design is cost effective, in accordance with applicable safety, health, environmental regulations, customer requirements and engineering codes and standards
Thorough knowledge of business practices, project forecasting and project control tools for monitoring and tracking performance is required
Experience in resolving complex technical problems and the ability to articulate explanations, is essential
Knowledge of DOE regulatory codes and design criteria in all engineering disciplines
Proficient in coordination and communication with client representatives

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(EFNM) Exposed Field Non-Manual- Performs desk work, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operation. Arranges for and/or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal and informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting. Oversees field activities through inspections, testing and equipment operations, which requires walking, standing, bending, and turning along with wearing of personal protective equipment. Occasional loading, transport, and unloading of tools and/or supplies specific to an activity.
This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy (DOE) badge for access to the Hanford site.
Must be able to work in the United States without Sponsorship

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS

Manage the WTCC Nuclear Safety team for Direct Feed Low Activity Waste (DFLAW)
Ensure Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Safety, and Nuclear Licensing requirements are implemented and maintained to support safe and compliant operations
Maintain the Low Activity Waste (LAW) facility Documented Safety Analysis (DSA), LAW Technical Safety Requirements (TSR), Analytical Laboratory (LAB) Hazard Analysis Report (HAR) and supporting Preliminary Hazards Analysis (PrHA) including annual updates and change packages.
Ensure that changes to program documents and implemented controls remain aligned and follow the Configuration Control, Safety Evaluation, and Unreviewed Safety Question (USQ) processes
Responsible for the Potential Inadequacy of Safety Analysis (PISA) and related processes for the programs managed
Responsible for supporting Plant Management/Operations in issues related to nuclear safety to ensure safe and compliant operations
Receives operational supervision from the WTCC Nuclear and Chemical Safety Manager
Works with WTP Nuclear Safety Engineering on coordination of overall Nuclear Safety Program compliance
Conducts annual performance reviews in accordance with approved procedures and holds career development discussions
Inputs to, owns and reviews project schedules and approves staffing estimates for personnel for jobs assigned.
Keeps informed on the status of all nuclear safety discipline activities with respect to schedule, budget, work quality and client satisfaction, and contributes leadership, experience and expertise in the solution of difficult problems
Works closely with the customer and stakeholders on nuclear safety issues and program documents
Monitors the use of available engineering computer programs, technical advances and management control techniques on the projects assigned
Formulates and recommends for approval, plans and programs for assigned projects
Champions the creation of a work environment, supported by leadership, which fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction on the project or program
This job description is not intended to include every duty, task, or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisor’s request.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the personnel assigned to the group on multiple tasks
Assist groups in organizational goals and objectives within the assigned area of responsibility
Supervise daily activities with other Plant Engineering disciplines, maintenance, and operations
Coordinate and direct the work of assigned personnel
Ensure personnel assigned to the group obtain and maintain qualifications necessary to perform their tasks
Ensure personnel assigned to the group have sufficient resources to complete assignments
Monitor group and personnel performance and ensure appropriate communication to management is provided
Conduct employee performance and feedback reviews, goal setting, and other activities related to employee growth and development
Continually upgrade technical knowledge, training, capabilities, and evaluation of assigned personnel
Provide technical direction, training, and evaluation of assigned personnel
Establish and manage group schedules and budgets ensuring accurate status and timely communications are provided to management