Job Description

Why join us?

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.-and there's never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

We're committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs.

By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we're tackling some of the world's most complex challenges. And we're looking for passionate, driven professionals like you to help shape what's next.

Let's build the future-together.

We are seeking a Senior Operations Specialist Energy to join our team in Richland, WA.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years, we've partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects-driving innovation, resilience, and real-world impact where it matters most.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Supports the day-to-day execution of operational tasks across LAWMAST project systems.
• Responsibilities include system operations, procedural adherence, rigging support, and maintaining readiness of operational equipment.
• Ensures that operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with work control processes and safety documentation.
• Operates and monitors system processes in accordance with approved operating procedures and Conduct of Operations principles.
• Conducts field walkdowns and equipment validations to verify system readiness.
• Operates forklifts, manlifts, and other mobile equipment after training and qualification.
• Performs and documents rigging operations, including mobile equipment and overhead lift planning.
• Ensures strict procedural adherence and provides feedback for continuous improvement of operational documentation.
• Supports execution of Work Instructions, Lockout/Tagout, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and pre-job briefings.
• Participates in facility readiness reviews, startup walkdowns, and shift turnovers.
• Coordinates with Engineering, QA, and Maintenance teams to support process implementation.
• Tracks and maintains system labeling and configuration status.
• Maintains clean and organized work areas in alignment housekeeping standards.
• Serves as Person-in-Charge (PIC) during assigned operational tasks.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of system components and equipment.
• Oversees activities of support personnel to ensure compliance with ESH&Q and facility-specific requirements.
• Identifies potential occurrences or upset/unusual conditions and reports them to the Operations Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What will you contribute?

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent. AS Degree preferred.
• 10 years of process controller, journeyman, carpentry, or technician experience.
• Experience executing LOTO, JHA, and pre-task hazard analysis preferred.
• Strong procedural adherence and operational discipline.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot mechanical and process systems.
• Ability to serve as PIC and coordinate field execution.
• Familiarity with control room operations, P&IDs, and one-line diagrams.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office tools preferred.
• Effective communication and leadership in field environments.
• Strong attention to detail, accountability, and situational awareness.
• Must be a U.S. citizen in order to be considered.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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Expected compensation range is between $88,000-$147,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.