Senior Design Specialist

Omega Technical Service has an excellent opportunity for aSenior Design Specialist. The Senior Design Specialistwill be responsible for developing designs for complex engineering systems and preparing detailed drawings and technical reports. This role includes participating in the development and refinement of design standards and procedures, as well as performing thorough technical reviews of design documents and specifications. The specialist will provide engineering support to construction activities, including the preparation and review of construction installation specifications, procurement specifications, and bid analyses. Additional responsibilities include initiating and reviewing Design Change Forms, coordinating with subcontractors or other responsible groups for approval and incorporation, and resolving existing design discrepancies using the most cost-effective solutions that meet established design criteria. The Senior Design Specialist will also provide dispositions for Nonconformance Reports and Field Problem Memos by determining compliant solutions, perform inspections of facilities, systems, or components to evaluate conditions, and review construction procedures to ensure alignment with design engineering criteria and applicable codes. This position requires in-depth analysis of advanced technical concepts and the ability to devise innovative approaches to complex engineering challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 2D-Microstation and/or 3D-S3D Plant Designer staff augmentation support to SRNS.
• Provide engineering analysis; 2D drawing development utilizing MicroStation or 3D Modeling using Hexagon's S3D software, Piping, Equipment and HVAC modules; design development; and, generation of design output documents.
• Prepare, review, and approve design change forms, disposition nonconformance reports, review vendor documents and incorporate into 2D drawings or 3D models, and resolve construction issues.
• Design services shall be provided using SRNS processes and procedures. Programmatic guidance will be provided by SRNS.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

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  An associates degree in a technical discipline and10 - 12 years work experience or 12-16 years of practical work experience.

  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Requires an in-depth knowledge of engineering systems, applications, calculations, materials, construction methods, and relevant computer applications.
• Applies advanced principles and practices in engineering to resolve problems identified by construction organizations in a timely manner.
• Continued updating on new technologies and hardware in the industry is necessary.
• Candidate must demonstrate 10 years of experience as a Plant Designer, including experience with site layouts, piping layouts, electrical commodity details, HVAC duct and equipment layouts, material handling, jumper design, and vendor document reviews.
• Signicant experience using 2D-Microstation and/or Hexagon's S3D software, Piping, Equipment and HVAC modules is required.
• Working knowledge of National Codes and Standards for design such as ASME B31.3 and NFPA 101 is required.
• Candidate must have the ability to produce quality documents with attention to detail.
• Candidate must be able to perform field walk-downs of the job site for the engineering work being performed. These walk-downs may involve construction sites with uneven surfaces and work in progress, walking for distances over a half mile, climbing ladders to access remote areas, dressing out in protective clothing and environments where a respirator is required.
• DOE "Q" security clearance.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years is preferred.
• Formal training in Computer Aided Design or 3D modeling is preferred.
• Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE facility experience is preferred.
• Special emphasis in jumper design.
• Special emphasis in 3D.

Anticipated Work Schedule:

Up to a 40-hour work week is scheduled. SRNS utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10's (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80's (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes SRNS holidays. Each workday has 30-minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.

Work Location:

100% onsite, Aiken, SC. Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.

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.

CONTRACT DURATION

One (1) year with the option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year options.

Omega Technical Services 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.