Project Engineer - Federal (Richland, WA)
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationUS-WA-Richland
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentFederal
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live15h ago
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Demonstrated experience leading multi-discipline design teams and coordinating design submittals
Experience in all phases of project execution, from initial planning studies, support of project cost estimates, through detailed design and support during construction
Clear understanding of the steps of project development and the level of detail required in each step
Experience with Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) design requirements
Project field work, interfacing with construction or fabrication teams and completing redline markups
Ability to develop and manage workplans, schedules and budgets and provide leadership to a diverse project team
Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD), Revit and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience writing and leading the development of technical reports and studies
Support business development efforts by engaging with clients, developing engineering estimates and supporting proposal development
Experience working with DOE Hanford Site contractors
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program with a minimum of 3 years of related experience
Highly effective communicator with clear and concise writing and presentation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Previous consulting experience
Professional Engineer (PE)
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Skills
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Revit
Microsoft Office Suite
About the company
At Burns & McDonnell, you’re in control of your career potential. And with more than 350 service specialties, you can grow within the company. Our formula is simple: hire the best people, find out what they enjoy and are great at, and help them succeed. You’ll lead or support important projects for interesting clients and reap the rewards of employee-ownership — a difference maker with tangible and intangible benefits. You’ll create amazing, for clients and for yourself. If you are passionate about the work you do and want to keep growing in your career, we want to talk to you!
About the role
Our Federal group is looking for a Project Engineer to support our growing portfolio of Department of Energy (DOE) projects in the Pacific Northwest. The successful candidate will:
Responsibilities
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Demonstrated experience leading multi-discipline design teams and coordinating design submittals.
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Experience in all phases of project execution, from initial planning studies, support of project cost estimates, through detailed design and support during construction.
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The candidate should have a clear understanding of the steps of project development and the level of detail required in each step of project development.
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Experience with Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) design requirements.
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Project field work, interfacing with construction or fabrication teams and completing redline markups.
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Ability to develop and manage workplans, schedules and budgets and provide leadership to a diverse project team.
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Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD), Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.
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Experience writing and leading the development of technical reports and studies.
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Support business development efforts by engaging with clients, developing engineering estimates and supporting proposal development.
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Experience working with DOE Hanford Site contractors.
Requirements
This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered. The position may require travel to support projects, estimated at 10%.
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program with a minimum of 3 years of related experience (completion of master’s degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience).
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Highly effective communicator with clear and concise writing and presentation skills.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Previous consulting experience preferred.
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Professional Engineer (PE) strongly preferred.
Legal
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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