Requisition ID: 278133

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family

• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework

• Work Location: Reston, VA

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview:

This position serves the Nuclear, Security & Environmental market. In the Nuclear, Security and Environmental global business unit, the demand for our expertise is growing as we deliver the entire project life cycle: from research and development through engineering, procurement, construction and operation to decontamination and decommissioning. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that make the world cleaner and safer. One of the projects we are working on includes performance of the licensing, engineering, procurement, and construction partner on TerraPower’s Natrium team. TerraPower, a leading advanced generation technology company founded by former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates, will be deploying its 345 MWE sodium fast reactor (SFR), called Natrium. The Natrium Demonstration plant will be licensed by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Other exciting projects include Bechtel’s participation in international nuclear licensing and construction, DOE and DOD decontamination and environmental regulatory work. We invite you to join our team for these historic and interesting opportunities!

Job Summary:

Responsible for assisting in the development of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, nuclear power plant, as well as other sites, site selection studies, environmental permitting inputs, and nuclear safety analyses, for assigned projects. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the integration of specialized environmental requirements into the planning, permitting, design, and construction of Bechtel projects. Has responsibility for interpreting specialized requirements, evaluating and applying specialized scientific principles, and formulating scopes of work, plans, and methodologies suitable for achieving the desired objectives. Provides technical assistance to other Environmental Services (ES) Scientists/Engineers. May be assigned as an assistant project environmental lead or environmental coordinator/inspector. #LI-EH1

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for origination/checking of environmental engineering calculations (e.g., atmospheric dispersion, control room habitability, chemical hazard analyses), assigned sections of permitting/licensing documents (e.g., NRC Environmental Reports or safety analysis report sections).

• Provides support and input to site selection studies and alternative analyses.

• Provides support for sustainability studies and the NETZERO program, including the development of and calculation of scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.

• Provides support for ES&H safety data analytics and ISO 14001 data and management requirements.

• Provides technical support to feasibility studies, site assessment studies, permitting, and ES&H Policy 111 reviews.

• Provides specialized environmental input to Engineering, Construction, and Subcontracts, thus ensuring that environmental requirements are integrated into project planning, design criteria, construction plans and specifications and subcontracts.

• Participates in meetings with customers, project team members, and contractors/subcontractors to advise them of specialized environmental requirements that may affect project design, construction schedule, and cost.

• Responsible for drafting Environmental Compliance Plans, Construction Environmental Control Plans (CECP), project specific mitigation plans (e.g., wetlands mitigation, cultural resources protection plan), and technical reports.

• Conducts environmental compliance inspections of project construction activities to monitor compliance with environmental requirements including contractual commitments, permits, the project’s CECP, and mitigation plans.

• May be assigned as an Assistant Project Environmental Lead or Environmental Coordinator/Inspector on a small project.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires Bachelor of Science degree (or international equivalent) in an Engineering or Science field from an accredited college and university with 2-5 years of relevant environmental experience or in lieu of a degree 6-9 years of relevant environmental experience​

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident/green card holder

• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Specialized knowledge in a field of science (e.g., geographical information systems (GIS), meteorology, atmospheric dispersion, , wetlands, archeology), engineering (e.g., civil, environmental, mechanical) or related disciplines.

• Knowledge of NRC or DOE regulations.

• Knowledge of environmental management, monitoring and mitigation systems, principles, and methodologies.

• Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations and resource agencies’ permitting processes and responsibilities.

• Knowledge of engineering, construction, and subcontract work processes.

• Some experience in environmental modeling software, e.g., dispersion models such as AERMOD, CALPUFF, and ALOHA.

• Skilled in oral and written communication and knowledge of computer applications.

• Plans and coordinates work requiring independent judgment and experience in the application of standard, specialized scientific techniques and formulation of environmental dispersion calculations or environmental mitigation measures plans to reduce potential adverse environmental impacts. Prepares technical reports and reviews reports drafted by others.

• Performs work that requires broad technical knowledge of scientific skills and protocols in a specialized field and research and/or prepares scientific documentation and reports.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

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 Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com