Location: Bethesda, MarylandTitle: Biocontainment Safety EngineerSchedule (FT/PT): Regular full TimeTravel Required: Yes, As NeededClearance: Ability to ObtainAt LBYD Federal, “Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsive”, is our motto we live by and practice each day. With the capability to produce high quality designs in a fun, supportive and exciting atmosphere, we recognize our employees are our greatest asset. We offer an exciting variety of opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers, working alongside diverse and supportive team members to achieve success. We maintain our responsiveness to clients and partners by allowing our employees the autonomy to achieve success.Along with a competitive benefits package and 401(k) matching, we strive to maintain a 98% employee retention rate, by providing our employees endless growth opportunities. Unique opportunities such as a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a wellness program, celebrating our employees time with us through our employee service awards program, and many others meant to enhance the employee experience ultimately led to high employee satisfaction. Additionally, we strive to support the communities we live, work, and enjoy by taking part in community fundraisers, and volunteering through local and national organizations. We give you the flexibility to achieve your best work by offering hybrid working options, while fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity and diversity, creating a workplace we feel everyone can achieve success. We take pride in the impact our employees make as leaders, no matter the level within the organization. You will be connected with like-minded, high achieving individuals upon joining our organization leading and participating in the most challenging designs across the world. POSITION PURPOSE: To provide engineering support for the operation and verification of high and maximum containment laboratories.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs functional duties under the oversight of a senior engineer.
Review design submissions for laboratory or hospital related facility renovations and new construction and will work with facility engineers, project officers, and architectural/engineer design firms to ensure safety compliance with the Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL) and Design Requirements Manual (DRM). This includes the following tasks: design consultation, variance request review, safety issue resolution.
Must work closely with the federally designated engineer in the organization, eventually working more independently as knowledge and experience are gained.
Validate air balance reports to ensure proper airflow dynamics; validates facility system controls; and other safety and health related monitoring efforts.
Assist with high (BSL-3) and maximum (BSL-4) containment lab verification testing and pressure decay testing in the field on an as-needed basis.
Assist with training of Office of Research Facilities (ORF) and Office of Research Services (ORS) staff on laboratory safety and biocontainment engineering practices.
Assist with code and policy reviews of current practices to align NIH standards with good industry practices.
Support the DOHS and ORF in the conduct of plan review related to identifying safety and health issues that may arise due to the construction and/renovation of biomedical research facilities.
Must review design/construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with all applicable guidelines, standards, or requirements for HVAC systems, electrical and plumbing systems, laboratory layouts and finishes, primary containment devices, emergency safety fixtures, and chemical storage.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Science
Up to 5 years of experience.
Skills and Abilities:
Must be willing and able to learn.
Must be able to communicate effectively and use sound judgment.
Special Requirements:
Must understand design and construction processes
Must Read and interpret design and construction drawings and specifications.
Must possess technical and theoretical knowledge in general engineering principles.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be sitting for long periods of time but will also be required to stand, walk, and communicate with others.WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Indoors and outdoors as requiredNorth Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation (https://northwindgrp.com/careers/request-for-reasonable-accommodation-confidential/) form to get assistance.North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.
