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Co-Op Engineer in Richland, Wa

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Co-Op Engineer

CPCCo Richland, WA (Onsite) Full-Time
Derived Salary: $22.60 - $30.10/Hour
External Job Opportunity

Title
Co-Op Engineer

Position Number
39748

Company
Central Plateau Cleanup Comp

City/State
Richland, WA

Location
Richland, WA

Posted
01/08/2025

Closes
01/11/2025

Regular/Temporary
Regular

Full/Part-Time
Part-Time

Job Duties/Scope Of Work

GAIN REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE AS A CPCCo CO-OP INTERN WITH THE CPCCo ENGINEERING & NUCLEAR SAFETY TEAM!

At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are working to provide a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area through the protection of the Columbia River and the remediation of the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we need exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex. If you would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!

This Co-Op Internship is in Richland, WA; the work site may be within the city limits or outside on the Hanford site.

The Engineering Co-Op Intern duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

A few of the Projects the intern may support are the following:
-(Chemical Engineer) perform Resin Testing, support process engineer at 200W pump and treat with reports
-(Chemical Engineer) support development of the Contact Handled Waste Facility
-(Mechanical Engineer) support WRAP HVAC, Air Compressors and prep for inactivation of the facility
-(Mechanical Engineer) support D4 End States 300 Area/ 324 Building

Responsibilities during this internship include the following:
- Supporting development of Engineering Change Requests (ECR's)
- Drafting Design Change Notices (DCN's) drawings.
- Drafting memorandums, letters, and redlining drawings.
-Assisting in the development of operation and maintenance procedures.
-Coordinating the efforts of a variety of technical disciplines to ensure integrated and complete designs that meet requirements.
-Occasionally communicating with off-site manufacturers/vendors to obtain technical specifications and information.
-Applying knowledge of facilities, equipment, and systems, as well as national engineering and industry standards and codes.
-Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

To be eligible for the CPCCo Cooperative Education (Co-Op) Program, you must meet the following criteria:

* A U.S. citizen.
* At least 18 years of age.
* An active full-time student during the two semesters/quarters immediately preceding the assignment.
* Maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) during their college enrollment.
* Actively enrolled in a full-time degree program that relates to CPCCo, with emphasis in specific disciplines that support the cleanup mission and aligns with the critical skills and job assignments requirements.
* Able to work full-time (40 hours) during the internship experience. The internship typically provides up to 12-weeks of business experience during the summer break.
* Currently pursuing a degree in mechanical, chemical, or civil engineering discipline.

Desired Qualifications

* Strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to effectively interact with and convey information to company personnel and management.
* Ability to work independently and in a team environment with attention to detail.
* Motivated to learn, have a questioning attitude, and be forward thinking.
* Willing to obtain EIT upon graduation.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting hourly rate ranges from $22.60 - $30.10, depending on academic standing (sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate) and degree discipline.

In accordance with the Service Contract Act, this position is also eligible for the health & welfare wage adder of up to $4.57 per hour.

A few benefits/perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:
* A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.
* A standard 4-10's work schedule that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200+ surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Relocation Funding Provided
No

U.S. Citizenship Required
Yes

Clearance Required
No

Job Classification
SNE

Shift Work Required
No

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
Pay Transparency Policy Statement
Family Medical Leave Act
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
WA State Paid Family Medical Leave

Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. CPCCo is an E-Verify employer.

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