$87,800–$143,000 Per Year
What You Will Do
The Engineering Technologist for Utilities & Infrastructure (UI) Division will work within the Reinvestment and Modernization (RM) Group on the Efficiency, Conservation, and Optimization (ECO) Team. UI is responsible for maintaining and operating all the Laboratory's utility systems including electric, gas, sewer, steam, water, traffic infrastructure, transit operations, and open space. In addition, the UI-ECO team manages a program designed to reduce the energy and water use of the Laboratory. UI has a strong teamwork culture, great people, and is known for high quality work. Joining the UI team offers the opportunity to work within a strong organization in support of the greater LANL mission in science and national security.
This position will be filled at either the Engineering Technologist 1 or Engineering Technologist 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Engineering Technologist 1 ($87,800 - $143,000)
The selected candidate will become the Energy Manager (EM) for the Laboratory and must have, or be able to obtain within one year, a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Primary responsibilities include managing the Laboratory's execution of the Energy and Water Evaluations provisions under the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA). The EM will support the implementation of ECMs by UI and other facility operators, then perform measurement & verification to support data collection for reinvestment of savings. Secondary responsibilities include developing, coordinating, and executing utility metering programs, monitoring facility-level energy performance, and communicating anomalies to stakeholders to facilitate timely corrective actions.
This position will work to support DOE's national security, science, energy, and environmental management mission. We are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic candidates with strong time management, problem-solving, communication, and team-building skills. The selected candidate's responsibilities will include:
- Assures safety and security compliance, making safety and security an integral part of every task
- Assist with Laboratory compliance with EISA, including DOE/EISA required reporting and designating facilities as EISA covered
- Assist in the performance of the required energy and water evaluations
- Ensure the completion of commissioning assessments for EISA covered buildings over 50K gross square feet, by LANL's internal agents or subcontractors
- Work with the Operations Specialist responsible for utility metering to analyze facility energy use, to plan for metering of EISA covered buildings, and to complete the external reporting of commodity use to internal and external customers
- Contribute to the effort to create dashboards and data visualizations of meter data for use by UI and facility operators
- Monitor LANL and facility-level consumption data and analyze trends to alert facility operators and UI to irregularities to facilitate quick repairs, curtailing unnecessary energy and water waste
- Assist the facility operators with engineering studies to develop scopes of work, budgets, and implementation plans for ECMs, as well as promoting the use of Energy Savings Performance Contracts or Utility Energy Service Contracts
- Assist in the collection of data used for measurement and verification of installed ECMs and use the data to assist in the development of a reinvestment initiative for funding future ECM implementation
- Coordinate and communicate project/program status in the form of presentations, verbal updates, and written reports
- Foster a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
Engineering Technologist 2 ($96,600 - $158,000)
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the Engineering Technologist will perform all the tasks described above as well as be asked to:
- Perform energy and water evaluations including ECM recommendations, report writing, and evaluation of the suggested ECMs for viability by determining project cost, savings, and payback period
- Develop and manage a Building Automation System (BAS) Optimization program (to take the place of regular energy audits)
- Perform Work with UI to improve the efficiency of utility scale projects
- Advise on questions about energy procurement
- Lead a Smart Labs program to promote and champion projects on buildings other than EISA covered buildings
- Coordinate with High Performance Computing and Data Centers to optimize computing operations as well as the buildings that house them
- Develop and implement a LANL Energy Management System such as ISO 14001
- Perform diverse support or program functions in conjunction with, or in support of, operational program compliance, cost and budget, planning and scheduling, training, special projects, or related areas
- Function in an array of contingency coordinator roles in support of operations
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Knowledge and Expertise: Experience with facility energy management a must. Familiarity with HVAC equipment, building automation systems, and energy management systems.
Organizational Skills: Ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure of deadlines and changing priorities, taking initiative and assuming responsibility to organize, prioritize and follow multiple tasks to completion. Ability to troubleshoot or independently solve problems.
Collaboration: Ability to nurture effective internal and external relationships.
Relationship Management: Ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a team, and ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflicts. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Technology: Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to interpret various mechanical and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
Training/Certifications: Association of Energy Engineers, Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation, or be able to obtain designation within one year of employment.
Education/Experience at Engineering Technologist 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Candidates that meet the degree requirement, but who do not meet the two-year experience requirement, are encouraged to apply and may be considered for hire through an allowable variance.
Education/Experience at Engineering Technologist 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related degree and 5 years of directly related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge/understanding of facility energy management
Knowledge/understanding of utility metering
Knowledge/understanding of regulatory and laboratory design requirements
Experience working with external entities including NNSA and other DOE laboratories
An understanding of the Laboratory organizational structure
A thorough understanding of the Laboratory's utility systems and operational requirements
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2.L
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