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Bechtel

HLW Piping Field Engineer

Richland, WA · Senior · Contract

No sponsorship$107k-$155kDetected 30 days ago
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49Sponsors, lottery-bound
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role62
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70

Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~45% per draw at Level III). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.

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H-1B wage level

the lottery is wage-weighted — each level is one more entry

Level II · 2×
Level I$86,4241 entry
Level II$104,8942 entries
Level III$123,3443 entries
Level IV$141,8144 entries

$16,444 more — $123,344 — moves this role to Level III and 3 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.

Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $123,344 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Civil Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.

DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Civil Engineers (17-2051) · Kennewick-Richland, WA. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.

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About the role

  • The HLW Piping Field Engineer is responsible for activities relating to construction engineering within the Piping/Mechanical discipline.
  • This position will be responsible for a variety of construction tasks utilizing nuclear codes and standards related to pipe, equipment and machinery installations.
  • Provide leadership in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with engineering on constructability and design issues relating to mechanical equipment and related systems.
  • Develop work plans, coordinate materials, perform and document inspections, report progress, and resolve conflicts in design and construction related to the installation and testing of piping/mechanical equipment and commodities.
  • Support field procurement in inspection and receipt of piping and pipe support materials.
  • Assist Field Engineers and Superintendents in the interpretation of design and vendor drawings, monitor pipe commodity delivery, storage, and installation.
  • Interface with survey team for laser scanning, as-building and general layout for equipment and piping installations
  • Interface with the Construction Automation group and Project Controls. Perform take offs from Issued For Construction drawings, provide input to the quantity tracking applications and reports weekly installed quantities to Project Controls.
  • Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
  • Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact.
  • They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.
  • Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Bechtel visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • 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.)
  • Required Knowledge and
  • Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site.
  • Experience with piping and pipe support installation and inspection and pressure testing of piping.
  • Experience with installation of mechanical equipment, piping and pipe supports.
  • Coordinate with Subcontractor work efforts and interfaces with client personnel as required.
  • Extended work weeks and/or extended hours may be required or authorized to support the construction schedule.

Nice to have

  • Possess Nuclear Construction knowledge preferred.
  • Knowledge of Bechtel's Zero Accident Safety Program and familiar with current industry standards.
  • Familiarity with current industry quality standards.
  • Knowledge of project specific environmental compliance requirements.
  • Knowledge and experience of the ISMS guiding principles and core functions.
  • Working knowledge of the history and status of the WTP High Level Waste (HLW) facility.
  • For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond!
  • As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences.

Compensation

  • 106,900 - 154,700 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)
  • Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Benefits

  • Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.
  • Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.
  • Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Company info

  • Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

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