Description

Fire Protection Field Engineer

Location: Hanford Site, WA
Job Type: Full-Time | Regular
Salary Range: $109,013 - $151,038

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing,
treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste
cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive
and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better
Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide
our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's
largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations.
We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our
values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage
innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is
empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By ombracing these principles, you
will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the
future.

Handford Tank Waste Operations to Closure (H2C0 seeks a Fire Protection Field Engineer (FPFE). The FPFE advises on compliance with fire related Department  of Energy (DOE) requirements, National Fire Protection 
Association (NFPA) codes and standards, and other applicable requirements. The FPFE oversees and
provides feedback to the service provider, interacts with all levels of employees and management including
the Hanford Fire Marshal and the DOE Fire Protection AHJ, prepares and comments on assessments.
reports, design, and procedures.

The Specific duties and responsibilities of the Fire Protection Field Engineer include but are not limited to the
following activities:

• Participate in the design, design approvals, and development of fire protection systems and equipment.
  
• Create, review, and approve Fire Hazards Analysis and fire protection assessments.
  
• Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupancy determination,
  occupant load calculations and egress analysis.
  
• Perform on-site fire protection system evaluations.
  
• Perform oversight of the service provider and craft performing work on H2C fire protection systems.
  
• Provide oversight to various projects and be the interpretive authority for H2C
• Review drawings to ensure proper system configuration for both active and passive fire systems 
• Interface with the Handford Fire Marshal and, if qualified as a Deputy Fire Marshal (DFM), function on behalf of the HFM in performing DFM responsibilities as authorized 
• Work closely with nuclear safety staff to maintain the fire hazards analysis for the projects and to support
  maintenance of the documented safety analysis.
• Maintain current knowledge of the codes, principles, practices, and techniques in the field of fire protection
  engineering to ensure compliance.
  
• Implement programs and procedures to ensure work and facility safety is in accordance with all applicable
  requirements.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Grade 18:

• BA/BS in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science or related technical field OR current NICET Level Ill or
  NICET Level IV certification
• Six (6) years of directly related experience OR an equivalent combination of education.

Grade 19:

• BA/BS in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science or related technical field OR current NICET Level Ill or
  NICET Level IV certification
•  Eight (8) years of directly related experience OR an equivalent combination of education.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of
responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License in Fire Protection
• Experience at DOE/DOD site
• Level Ill Certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies in alarms or
  suppression.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt
employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to
include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal
comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the
appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a
candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $109,013
Hiring Range Maximum: $151,038

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability,
life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit
https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

• Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, you can expect the following:
  A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).
• Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjov life
  outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).
  Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.