HukariAscendent is a Woman-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities. We are seeking qualified candidates to perform the following:

Duties:
Apply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields, and use other technical resources within the company, to resolve complex problems.
Incorporate advanced technical practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning.
Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex problems and be recognized as having expertise in a functional area(s) of technical expertise.
Develop solutions to complex technical problems in fields of expertise.
Keep informed on technical needs within the company and technical trends in area of expertise in the external world.
Be aware of capabilities of the work group and needs of its customers. Identify technical programs which can be carried out with little guidance and take the initiative to accomplish them.
Lead task teams for developing solutions to more complex problems. Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving major technical tasks identified by management.
Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed. Include research, development, testing, quality assurance requirements.
Communicate the results and objectives verbally and in manuscript form to customers, colleagues, managers and oversight groups.
Prepare reports for external publication.

Provide technical training for the design for Civil Engineering tasks (i.e., site grading, utilities, drainage, and hydraulic structures). Primary training topics shall include:
- Development of hydrologic storm runoff calculations and hydraulic calculations.
- Preparation of site drainage and runoff detention calculations.
- Design of site paving, grading, and soil erosion control.
- Design of roadway and pavement.
- Routing and design of underground utilities.
- Preparation of earthwork quantities.
- Preparation of Construction Specification Institute (CSI) specification.
Part of this effort includes training on how to prepare a Design Change Package (DCP), and other design deliverables following SRNS processes and procedures.

Needed Skills:
Education: An advanced degree and experience, a Ph.D. degree and about 10 years' experience. OR A MS degree and 12 years' experience. OR A BS degree and approximately 15 years' experience.
Position specific: BS Degree in Civil Engineering or BS Degree in Engineering with emphasis on Civil Engineering courses, or current registration as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering.
Experience/Skills:
Considered an internal expert in area of expertise. Contributes to advancing knowledge in field of expertise through various avenues such as internal and external publications and professional society presentations. Can solve complex problems in the field.
Position Specific:
* Candidate must demonstrate a minimum of 15 years of recent Civil Site Design Engineering experience in the DOE Nuclear Complex.
* Candidate must be proficient in DOE Nuclear Complex Design Engineering processes and procedures, and able to provide training in the above subjects to new hires in the Civil Site Design Group to expedite their learning curve and to improve their ability to produce design packages independently.
* Candidate must be proficient in 2D MicroStation CADD and familiar with Bentley Inroads.
* Candidate must demonstrate working knowledge of applicable National Codes and Standards and pertinent South Carolina Environmental Regulations.

Duration: 12 months with possible extension(s)

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.