OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Senior Design Specialist A to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions 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 DESCRIPTION

• Develop designs for complex engineering systems.
• Prepare drawings and technical reports.
• Participate in the development of design standards and procedures.
• Perform technical review of design documents and specifications.
• Provide engineering services support to construction activities.
• Prepare and review design standards and procedures.
• Prepare construction installation specifications and details.
• Prepare procurement specifications and bid analysis.
• Review and approve Design Change Forms.
• Resolve existing design discrepancies with the most cost effective approach to meet design criteria.
• Initiate Design Change Forms and coordinate with Subcontractors or other responsible group for approval/incorporation.
• Provide dispositions to Nonconformance Reports and Field Problem Memos by determining a solution to the condition which will satisfy design criteria.
• Perform inspections by facilities, systems, or components as required for proper evaluation of conditions.
• Review construction procedures to ensure compliance with design engineering criteria and applicable codes. Perform in-depth analyses of advanced technical concepts and devises new approaches to technical problems

Additional Duties

Provide 3D-PDS Plant Designer staff augmentation support to SRNS

Primary responsibilities include:

• Engineering analysis
• 3D Modeling using Plant Design System (PDS) “Piping and Equipment” software, design development, and generation of design output documents
• Prepare, review and approve design change forms
• Disposition nonconformance reports
• Review vendor documents and incorporate into 3D models
• Resolve construction issues

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

An associates degree in a technical discipline and at least 10 - 12 years work experience

OR 12- 16 years of practical work experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrate 10 years of experience as a Plant Designer in nuclear or process chemical industry, with a minimum of 5 years of experience working at one or more DOE facilities and a minimum of 5 years of experience working in a nuclear industry/facility.
• Demonstrate experience with site layouts, piping layouts, electrical commodity details, HVAC duct and equipment layouts, material handling, and vendor document reviews.
• Significant experience using PDS “Piping and Equipment” software
• Candidate must demonstrate a working knowledge of National Codes and Standards for design such as ASME B31.3 and NFPA 101.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal training in Computer Aided Design or 3D modeling
• Previous SRS Design Experience.
• Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.
• Significant experience using Hexagon’s S3D software, Piping, Equipment and HVAC modules is preferred.

LOCATION

• 100% onsite--Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.
• Anticipated Work Schedule: Mon-Thurs 630a-500p EST
• Duration of the Contract: (1) year with the option to extend for (2) additional (1) year option years.

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.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

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.