Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Principal Engineer – Architect to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken, SC.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Define scope of technical programs and develop effective, quality solutions to challenges which involve unique or controversial problems. Creatively meet all company and industry requirements and apply site systems to achieve quality, timely and cost-effective results. Give quality guidance and assistance to less senior professionals on related tasks.
Apply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields, 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.
Provide direction and position responsibility both inside and outside department lines on programs seeking new approaches to problems and new application of existing engineering or scientific principles.
Evaluate the results of programs and prepares reports and recommendations based on these evaluations.
Identify and recommend improvements where established technology components and methodology are inadequate for solution.
Keep informed of the advancement of technology as applied through one's area of technology.
Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving technical tasks identified by management.
Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed.
Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed.
Occasionally prepare reports for external publication. Enhance expertise in field through leadership in local technical societies.
Demonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers and articles.
Primary responsibilities include analysis of existing facilities and space planning; development of design criteria,facility conceptual design, and construction drawings; fire protection design including fire barriers and penetration seals; coordination with structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines; materials research and specification development; building code research, analysis, and compliance; preparation of CSI specifications; vendor document reviews, construction oversight, and project closeout

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

BS Degree in Architecture and 10+ years’ recent architectural experience in design and analysis of nuclear or industrial facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Industrial experience in facility layout design for industrial type equipment and manufacturing
Commercial practice experience
Familiarity with National Codes and Standards such as IBC, AISC (ASD and LRFD), ACI, AWS, NFPA, OSHA, CFR and ABA.
Working knowledge of NFPA Life Safety Code 101
Knowledge of preparation of Construction Specification Institute (CSI) formatted specifications.
Passive Fire Protection Design Skills – Fire Barriers/Penetration Seals
Working knowledge of MicroStation CADD (AutoCAD experience with willingness to learn MicroStation is acceptable
Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred
Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE facility experience
Familiarity with the processes and procedures for providing engineering support to SRS facilities.
Facility security architectural experience.
Familiarity with cost estimating and quantity takeoffs.
Architectural Registration

LOCATION

Aiken, SC – 100% onsite position.
6:45am-5:15pm EST Mon-Thurs
One year base assignment with two renewal year options.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.