Mechanical Engineer, BGCAPP
Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass is the systems contractor selected by the Department of Defense’s Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives program to design, build, systemize, test, operate, and close a facility to destroy the chemical weapons stockpile at the Blue Grass Army Depot in Richmond, Kentucky. The Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) will safely destroy 523 tons of mustard and nerve agent in projectiles and rockets. Neutralization followed by supercritical water oxidation is the technology selected by the Department of Defense to destroy the nerve agent, while the Explosive Destruction Technology will be used to destroy the mustard in the Blue Grass chemical weapons stockpile.
Candidates for unescorted access to the Chemical Limited Area must successfully clear National Agency Check with Local Check (NACLC). All employees are subject and agree to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment. Must be physically fit and able to work safely at an operating plant. Eligible applicants must be a US Citizen and successfully go through a government screening process. Based on project goals and objectives, candidates established within our local community are desirable. BGCAPP operates on a 24/7 schedule. This position may be required to work a schedule of rotating shifts including nights, weekends or holidays. The ability to obtain/maintain access to the Blue Grass Army Depot is required.
Principle responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Evaluates, selects, and applies standard mechanical engineering methods, techniques, procedures and criteria, using independent judgment. Performs assignments, which have clear and specific objectives and require the investigation of a limited number of variables.
- Performs work involving the preparation, interpretation or review of calculations, Piping and instrumentation diagrams, drawings, line, valve and equipment lists, specifications, datasheets, plans, procurement documents, and/or system descriptions for systems with moderate complexity under the supervision of a Lead Engineer or Supervisor. Supports work on Inspec database to support issuance of documents.
- Participates in the following as assigned: Equipment design and development; System design, including concept sketches and layouts; Testing of materials; Reviewing and checking designs, drawings and data generated by other engineers or generated by suppliers; Preparation, or review, of engineering studies and reports; Preparation, or review, of material quantity estimates; Preparation and disposition of Field Change Requests (FCR) and Supplier Deviation Disposition Requests (SDDR); Preparation and disposition of Nonconformance Reports (NCR) and supports closure of actions on Corrective Action Reports (CAR).
- Assists in preparation of forecasts, quantity take-offs and change orders.
- Prepare Engineering Performance and Progress Reports (cost and schedule) for Mechanical Engineering activities.
- Reviews submittals, from equipment manufacturers or subcontractors, of a moderate degree of complexity. Prepares comments and recommendations. Interfaces with vendors.
- Respond to formal Requests for Information from vendors or Field Change Requests from the Construction organization. Prepare/Respond to Deficiency Reports for equipment and material defects. Prepare Corrective Action Plans to address deficiencies.
- Participates in field walkdowns
- Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.
- Day to day responsibilities may include support to: procurement, construction, startup and commissioning, and/or operations
Basic Qualifications:
Grade 22
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must be able to obtain and maintain any security clearances required for this position according to Army Regulation 50-6 (Chemical Surety). *
Grade 23
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university and 1 year of relevant, professional work experience as an engineer
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must be able to obtain and maintain any security clearances required for this position according to Army Regulation 50-6 (Chemical Surety). *
Minimum Qualifications:
- Proficient in computer applications and operating systems including: knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Access.
- Skilled in oral and written communications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Mechanical Engineering degree preferred
- Familiarity with common engineering tools such as MathCad, AutoCad, Finite Element Analysis tools, Computational Fluid Dynamics tools, etc