Software Engineer - ICN

Title Software Engineer - ICN

Position Number 41546

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location 200E

Posted 10/13/2026

Closes 10/20/2026

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

The anticipated start date for this position is dependent upon operational and training needs and could be scheduled as late as April 2027.

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup effort. Every day, our teams work to safely remove, treat, and dispose of 56 million gallons of legacy tank waste at the Hanford Site in Richland, Washington.

When you join H2C, you become part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." Guided by our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, we work together with integrity, innovation, and accountability. We empower our workforce, encourage continuous improvement, and celebrate achievements as we make measurable progress toward tank waste cleanup and long term site closure. At H2C, your work has a meaningful impact—today and for future generations.

When you join H2C, you become part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." Guided by our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, we work together with integrity, innovation, and accountability. We empower our workforce, encourage continuous improvement, and celebrate achievements as we make measurable progress toward tank waste cleanup and long term site closure. At H2C, your work has a meaningful impact—today and for future generations.

This position is part of the Plant Installed Software & Design Engineering Organization and is responsible for configuration identification, change control, and status tracking for plant installed software, including Integrated Control Network (ICN) applications and support software. The Software Engineer - ICN develops, maintains, and upgrades software applications, databases, and system interfaces used across operations, maintenance, and commissioning activities. Work includes support of management information systems built using web based C# (MVC/MVVM) and Oracle databases.

Key Responsibilities

*Develop and maintain software applications, system interfaces, and databases; design, implement, test, and upgrade software following quality and configuration management procedures.

*Author and review software project plans, requirements, designs, and test documentation; evaluate and validate completed code.

*Perform and guide Oracle database activities, including design, data migration, SQL scripting, and performance tuning.

*Troubleshoot and resolve software, database, and interface issues; support users and provide technical consultation.

*Lead secure software and database development; guide junior engineers and review technical work.

*Manage small to moderate software projects, define tasks and milestones, and communicate status to leadership.

*Conduct feasibility studies and alternatives analyses for automation opportunities; support system integration and enhancements.

*Maintain awareness of operational status and system modifications; review and approve changes to procedures and operating documents.

*Support operations, maintenance, commissioning, and resolution of plant design or software related issues.

*Interface with subcontractors, vendors, and support groups; maintain training and qualifications.

*Uphold nuclear safety and quality culture expectations, including ISMS principles.

*Perform routine administrative duties and other tasks as assigned.

This job description is not intended to include every duty, task, or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned based on business needs and the department supervisor's request.

Required Qualifications

Grade 19:

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; and

Eight (8) years of related experience

Grade 20:

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; and

Ten (10) years of related experience

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Grade 21:

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; and

Twelve (12) years of related experience

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.

Desired Qualifications

*Prior experience with DFLAW/DOE nuclear or radiological facilities, or similar process industries (e.g., chemical processing, power generation).

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $119,813

Hiring Range Maximum: $183,050

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, you can expect the following:

• A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).

• Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.

These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, and national origin. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

• Family Medical Leave Act

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf)

• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave