The Rigging Engineer reports to the Maintenance Programs Manager and works in partnership with more senior Rigging Engineers in the planning, analysis, and execution of hoisting, rigging, and material handling operations. This role focuses on developing foundational engineering skills in lift planning, rigging design, and field execution while working under the guidance and technical authority of a more senior Rigging Engineer.   This position may also perform other general engineering duties/tasks in support of the DFLAW Facilities and mission.

This position shall be performed under the day-to-day direction, control, and supervision of WTCC

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS

Engineering Support:

• Assist in the development of engineered lift plans under senior engineer supervision

• Perform basic load calculations, weight takeoffs, and center-of-gravity estimates

• Support rigging selection and configuration reviews (slings, shackles, lifting beams, etc.)

• Review crane load charts and assist in crane configuration evaluations

• Prepare engineering calculations, sketches, and documentation

Field & Execution Support:

• Participate in field walkdowns, lift planning meetings, and pre-job briefings

• Observe and support execution of routine and engineered lifts

• Assist with verification of rigging equipment, lift setup, and load paths

• Support coordination between engineering, operations, construction, and safety teams

Safety & Compliance:

• Support compliance with applicable hoisting and rigging standards and site procedures

• Assist in preparation of lift hazard analyses (JHAs / AHAs)

• Participate in safety observations and post-lift reviews

• Learn and apply critical lift and high-consequence lift requirements

Documentation & Program Support:

• Maintain lift plan files, calculations, and engineering records

• Support updates to hoisting and rigging procedures, standards, and templates

• Assist with data collection for lessons learned and continuous improvement

Career Development:

• This role is intended as a developmental position, providing a structured pathway to progress into a Senior Rigging Engineer role through mentorship, field exposure, and increasing technical responsibility.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or other technical discipline, and 0 to 2 years of experience in an industrial environment.

OR

Technical/Associate’s degree and minimum of 4 years of experience in an industrial environment.

OR

High School Diploma/GED and minimum of 6 years in an industrial environment.

Experience: Department of Energy, NRC, or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience highly desired, or other highly regulated industry desirable.

Desired Skills:

• Basic understanding of statics, strength of materials, and engineering fundamentals

• Experience using engineering calculation tools or CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Inventor)

• 1 year of hoisting and rigging experience

• Familiarity with crane operations or industrial lifting concepts

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(EFNM) Exposed Field Non-Manual

Performs desk work, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operation. Arranges for and/or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal and informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting. Oversees field activities through inspections, testing and equipment operations, which requires walking, standing, bending, and turning along with wearing of personal protective equipment. Occasional loading, transport, and unloading of tools and/or supplies specific to an activity.

This position is located at the Construction Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Amentum visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.

Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge.)  

Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 120 hours accrued PTO and 8 Project Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Amentum is a global company with a heritage dating back more than 100 years and delivering solutions in nuclear energy, infrastructure, operations and maintenance, and national security. Our predecessors helped build Hoover Dam, protected fighting forces in World War II, and supported the Manhattan Project. Today, our teams clean up legacy nuclear waste around the world, manage the United Kingdom’s defense portfolio, design programs and tests for Navy submarine electronic systems, and provide integrated supply chain services needed in developing countries during the pandemic.

Amentum has joined with Bechtel to create an LLC, known as the Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest.

Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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