Position Purpose:
* The main function of the Civil Engineer is to provide support related to construction material testing for the Hanford Tank Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. The engineer will be responsible for final approval of civil test reports for compliance with our internal quality program and project specifications prior to submission to the client. The engineer will assure that the work is completed by qualified staff using appropriate equipment meeting the requirements of our NQA -1 quality program.

Duties and Responsibilities:
* Perform periodic reconnaissance of the on-site testing laboratory to assure that procedures are in-place and being followed to provide acceptable results.
* Review test reports and stamp documents to affirm the results are acceptable and compliant with procedure.
* Review commercial software acquired to support the project for adequacy in producing acceptable and repeatable results.
* Track the reports to assure they are processed and returned with a one week turnaround or less as specified by the client.
* Support operational inquires in a timely Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* Maintain a strong customer service focus.
* Enforce and abide the requirements of safe operation and personal safety using required Personal Protective Equipment and
* Safe Practices per company policy.
* Perform other job related tasks as assigned by management.

Knowledge and Skills:
* Practical application of Civil/Materials Engineering and or Engineering Science and Technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment of various goods and services.
* Aware of the properties of and testing of soil, concrete, aggregate, grout, CLSM, and asphalt.
* Ability to review and interpret project specification and plans for testing requirement.
* Review procedures for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, WSDOT and/or ICC test standards,
* Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
* Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
* Prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, and material, processes.
* Chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
* Detail oriented with a dedication to the quality control and quality assurance process; ability to understand and read complex design plans and specifications.
* Ability to multi-task and properly execute multiple simultaneous assignments without sacrificing efficiency or quality of the work.
* Ability to communicate and cooperate with diverse groups of people.
* Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
* Be capable of developing written work instructions from approved general procedures.
* Must have working knowledge of MS Office Suite of products
* Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
* Basic knowledge of materials and mechanical design.
* Learn and abide by contract policies and procedures.
* Ability to analyze and resolve less complex technical problems quickly and independently.
* Complete all required training, including tests, within company guidelines
* Be proficient with standard computer software (such as MS Word and Excel) and be able to write detailed inspection and shutdown reports while maintaining an organized system of files.
* Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Applus+. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
* Maintains a positive "can do" outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.

Education and Work Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
* 5 or more years Mechanical/Materials engineering or related field experience, including projects highly desired

Certificates and Licenses:
* Washington State Civil Professional Engineer License

Applus+ is one of the world's leading testing, inspection and certification companies with its North American headquarters in Sugar Land, Texas, USA. We provide specialized non-destructive testing, inspection, engineering, and manpower services, located in the center of numerous unique industries which provides our employees with a broad range of experience.

We provide NDT, engineering, manpower and inspection services in all aspects of the aerospace, power, and oil and gas industries, including exploration, transmission, refining, and storage facilities.

Location: State/Country: North America,--Washington

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