Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Startup Engineer Specialist-Fire Protection opportunity to support the Savannah River Site.

Work Location: Aiken, SC

Application Deadline: 10/22/24 (by noon ET)

Startup Engineer Specialist-Fire Protection-

Duties:
Plans, coordinates and executes difficult specialized assignments within a type of facility or type of process for startup, operations, maintenance and testing.
Apply specialized knowledge of startup methods to the solution of specific problems.
Provides the resolution of technical questions arising in the area of specialty.
Uses advanced startup engineering techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of related sciences and disciplines.
Receives operational supervision and technical assignments from the Manager of Startup or, a Startup Engineering Manager.
Provide technical advice and counsel on specific assignments.
Develop and evaluate plans and criteria within a discipline or specialty for a variety of project activities.
Interpret new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria and performance data relating to a specialty.
Provide input and participates in special technical educational and training programs as directed.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge within area of expertise regarding new concepts, approaches and solutions to problems.
Assist in project design reviews and project operations manual preparation.
Prepare and give presentations to management and others as directed.
Assist in the preparation of contract proposals.
Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to subordinates and project personnel as assigned.
Perform field consulting services as required.

Education & Years of Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline plus eight to ten (8 – 10) years practical work experience in startup, operations, maintenance or testing and basic knowledge of pertinent industry or regulatory standard OR an Associate's Degree with ten to twelve (10-12) years of technical discipline OR a High School diploma and twelve to eighteen (12 -18) years of practical experience would also be considered equivalent.

Skills:
Some knowledge of construction or field engineering, of engineering systems, and applications of startup/test methods.
Basic skill in communications
Some knowledge of code, mathematics, or computers.
The above is normally acquired through a recognized degree in an engineering, technical, or scientific discipline from an accredited college or university, a U. S. Military curriculum specialized courses in a technical field, or 12 - 18 years of practical work experience in startup, operations maintenance or testing or other relevant work experience in design engineering, field engineering, or construction to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above.

Preferred Qualifications:
Possessed an active DOE clearance (“L” or “Q”) within the past two (2) years.
A minimum two-year degree in electronics or electrical engineering, certified to NICET level IV in Fire Alarms with at least five years related experience or, successfully tested to NICET level IV requirements with at least ten years related experience.
A working knowledge of Notifier (SFP-1024, AFP-200/300/400, AM-1010/2020), Simplex (4004, 4005, 4020, 4100), Silent Knight (4820), Pyrotronics (System 3, Pyrolarm 250-volt) is essential to fulfill task requirements.
A working knowledge of the National Fire Code and the ability to apply it to designs and installations and then communicate related issues to management is necessary.

Other Job Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance (an active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties).

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater Technical Associates will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so.

We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater is a professional and technical services firm supporting the U.S. Department of Energy, Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector businesses involved in high-hazard or large complex operations. Edgewater proudly offers expertise in numerous technical disciplines necessary to support operational environments where Integrated Safety Management and formal, disciplined operations are essential to ensure safety, quality, security, and regulatory compliance.
Edgewater Technical Associates is committed to employing and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater Technical Associates is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities.

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