Rigging Field Engineer

Bechtel • Richland, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bechtel is designing, constructing, and commissioning the world’s largest radioactive waste treatment plant for the U.S. Department of Energy at the Hanford Site in southeastern Washington state. The Hanford Tank Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant will use vitrification technology to process and solidify 56 million gallons (210 million liters) of radioactive and chemical waste stored at the Hanford site, which is a byproduct of plutonium production during World War II and the Cold War era. The project is the largest undertaking of its kind and one of DOE’s most technically challenging cleanup projects. Its construction spans 65 acres (26 hectares) with four major nuclear facilities – Pretreatment, Low-Activity Waste Vitrification, High-Level Waste Vitrification and Analytical Laboratory – as well as operations and maintenance buildings, utilities, other support facilities. The Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) is a limited liability corporation created by Bechtel National Inc. (BNI) and AECOM. WTCC is a subcontractor to BNI, the prime contractor, to deliver the construction, turnover, startup, and commissioning activities for the WTP project. This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 am to 5:00 pm. Selected applicant needs to be able and willing to work weekends as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related subject from an accredited university and 5-8 years of Field Engineering or related experience or, in lieu of a degree, 9-12 years of directly related experience.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Bechtel visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical (if located at the construction site), and background check which includes verification of employment and education.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge.)
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.
• Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.
• A Professional Registered/Chartered Engineer, preferably in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering, and four years of continuous experience spent in developing and producing Critical Risk Haul/Lift Rigging Plans for rigging work operation activities, and at least two years of field experience directing and supervising rigging operations on construction projects.
• An advanced broad based theoretical knowledge in lifting/hauling equipment and techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable codes and legislation: the candidate is required to be fully knowledgeable and familiar with the legislation and code applying to lifting devices, rigging and heavy haul transport operations.
• An intermediate ability in structural design as it relates to lifting equipment and basic structures.
• An advanced understanding of soil mechanics as it relates to lifting equipment and advanced ability in matting design to distribute crane loads into the ground.
• Intermediate/Advanced CAD drafting ability (AutoCAD preferable).
• Advanced technical knowledge and experience in engineering in the use of lifting equipment, alternative heavy lifting systems, mobile gantries, jacking, tailing, rigging equipment, and load distribution systems, including an understanding of transport/transfer of equipment, soil mechanics.
• Knowledge and understanding of the application and requirements of the Project Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H) Handbook and the Bechtel Core Processes as they relate to area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of project-specific environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Bechtel’s “Zero Accidents” safety program.

Nice To Haves

• Prior knowledge of Bechtel’s rigging planning and execution standards and requirements is preferable.
• Bechtel Certified Rigging Engineer (CRE) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares rigging plans, calculations, and specifications for rigging material and lift equipment under the direction of the Field Engineering Manager (FEM) or Certified Rigging Engineer (CRE) Serves as a point of contact for preparation of lift and haul plans.
• Assists the Rigging Superintendent (RS) and/or CRE by providing the design support necessary for the rigging plan development.
• Monitors general project rigging work operations to ensure rigging is performed in accordance with approved rigging plans.
• Reviews and approves heavy or oversize/overweight haul plans and medium, critical, or heavy lift plans (including subcontract rigging submittals) in accordance with procedures prior to the start of the work.
• Selects crane(s), lifting hardware, and equipment necessary for safe work execution of medium, heavy, and critical lifts.
• Confirms, for heavy and critical lifts, a BNI-WTP design engineer has reviewed and approved the design calculations of equipment lifting lugs, trunnions, tailing lugs, and other lifting attachment points for adequacy and compliance with the design specifications.
• Provides operational and technical direction to rigging crews and to assigned construction engineers and construction personnel, including craft, regarding rigging-related construction processes, procedures, and requirements.
• May provide operational guidance to senior management team.
• Maintains contact with engineering regarding plant layout, foundation design, vessel/module designs, provision for lifting, and verification of the suitability of imposed loadings.
• Works closely with area superintendent and field engineering regarding constructability, construction equipment requirements (including crane sizes and locations), scheduling, ground preparations and temporary facilities (including crane pads and haul routes), required site sterilization, crane layout, and sequencing.
• Plans lifts, sequence work, and direct and approve lift plans.
• Assists with maintaining contact with Traffic & Logistics regarding feasibility of heavy/oversize haul and barging/heavy-lift shipping and marine operations, temporary dock facilities and haul routes to site.
• Assists with maintaining contact with Subcontracts regarding scope of work and technical reviews of submissions for lifting and heavy/oversize transport works.
• Works with vendors and subcontractors, providing subject matter expertise in meetings and reviews regarding the execution of subcontract lifting and/or heavy oversized site transport.
• Works closely with safety personnel regarding rigging-related safety procedures and requirements.
• Establishes working relationships with client management as required.
• Maintains contact with permitting authorities and other government and regulatory agencies and statutory authorities regarding transport and/or lifting of equipment.
• Assesses technical proposals of subcontractor bid packages for lifting and abnormal transport.

Benefits

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at bechtel.com/total-rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level