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Startup Engineering Specialist
- Job Title
- Startup Engineering Specialist
- Job ID
- 27751189
- Location
- Aiken, SC, 29801
- Other Location
- Description
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OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Startup Engineering Specialist to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTIONPlans, coordinates and executes difficult specialized assignments within a type of facility or type of process for startup, operations, maintenance and testing. Apply specialized knowledge of startup methods to the solution of specific problems. Provides the resolution of technical questions arising in the area of specialty. Uses advanced startup engineering techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of related sciences and disciplines. Receives operational supervision and technical assignments from the Manager of Startup or, a Startup Engineering Manager.
Provide technical advice and counsel on specific assignments. Develop and evaluate plans and criteria within a discipline or specialty for a variety of project activities. Interpret new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria and performance data relating to a specialty. Provide input and participates in special technical educational and training programs as directed. Maintain up-to-date knowledge within area of expertise regarding new concepts, approaches and solutions to problems. Assist in project
design reviews and project operations manual preparation. Prepare and give presentations to management and others as directed. Assist in the preparation of contract proposals. Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to subordinates and project personnel as assigned. Perform field consulting services as required.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSEducation: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline plusDesired Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
- Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
- Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
- 8 - 10 years practical work experience in startup, operations, maintenance or testing and basic knowledge of pertinent industry or regulatory standards. Some knowledge of construction or field engineering, of engineering systems, and applications of startup/test methods. Some knowledge of code, mathematics, or computers. Basic skill in communications. The above is normally acquired through a recognized degree in an engineering, technical, or scientific discipline from an accredited college or university, a U. S. Military curriculum specialized courses in a technical field, or 12 - 18 years of practical work experience in startup, operations maintenance or testing or other relevant work experience in design engineering, field engineering, or construction to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above.
- Personnel shall have technical knowledge of Commissioning/Startup Testing, including experience working in the following technical areas/labor categories:
- Conduct of Startup Testing
- Design reviews
- Procedure development
- Test Execution
- Demonstrated previous experience with the use and implementation of Manual 5E, Startup Test Program, and related directives and standards, or an equivalent Commissioning/Startup program.
- Demonstrated previous experience in developing, reviewing, approval and presenting Technical Work Documents/Commissioning Test Procedures.
- Demonstrated personal accountability for facility/project schedules, deadlines, budgets, and the safe performance of work.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance.
- Demonstrated a minimum of 1 year of recent testing experience through support of the Department of Energy (DOE) or the commercial nuclear industry.
- Commissioning/Startup testing execution qualification(s) Level II or III (per ASME NQA-1 test program)
-Price and Cost to Company: 20%
-Technical Acceptability: 80%
Duration of the Contract: 1 year, 2 option periods.
Estimated Hours Per Year: 2,080 ST 800 OT
Work Schedule :6a-430p EST Mon-Thurs
Onsite or Remote? 100% onsite
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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