R&D Engineer 2

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$101,700–$168,200 Per Year

SKILLS

ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Analysis Skills, Audio Engineering, Chemical Processes, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, DOE Clearance, DOE-Q (Top Secret Restricted Data), Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Compliance, Experiment Design, Laboratory, Leadership, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Metallurgy, Operational Improvement, Operations Processes, Operations Security (OPSEC), Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Product Support, Production Support, Programming Methodologies, Prototyping, Psychology, Publications, Regulatory Compliance, Research & Development (R&D), Reverse Engineering, Safety Compliance, Staff Training, Surveillance, System Test, Team Player, Technical Research, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technology Analysis, Test Design, Test Requirements, Testing, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Validation Testing, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Los Alamos, NM

POSTED

20 days ago

What You Will Do

Join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world.

This role works in a team environment within LANL's nuclear facility to manufacture products in support of Nuclear Deterrence. The majority of daily work is "hands-on" glove box work in the purification and generation of actinide oxides and metals involving Pu239/242, or Am241, or U235 and the processing of residues for eventual disposal to WIPP. Chemical and material processes at Los Alamos National Lab are performed using detailed operating procedures that utilizes extensive knowledge and expertise in following good Conduct of Operations, nuclear criticality safety, material control and accountability, radiological safety and environmental compliance requirements.

In this role you will use the principles and theories of chemical, mechanical, and electrical engineering to solve technical problems in support of engineering for pit manufacturing and surveillance in the Strategic Materials and Directed Stockpile Work programs at LANL. The successful candidate will support engineering and projects in the development of tooling and equipment for various projects in our development and production areas. Typical processes that are performed include: tooling design and prototyping, reverse engineering, and process development assistance. Responsibilities will entail equipment installation and production support for these processes. The successful candidate will work closely with other LANL design, tooling, prototype, and fabrication personnel to ensure that these products are compatible for use in a Category 2 nuclear facility. All documentation that is developed will meet nuclear conduct of operations requirements and meet the quality requirements of our diverse customer base. The successful candidate will be expected to work independently; work as part of a team; and contribute to continuous process improvements to meet customer requirements.

R&D Engineer 2 ($101,700 - $168,200)

You will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Serve as a contributing member of an MR&R process to address engineering challenges.
Contribute to the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D and operations initiatives.
Develop new methods, technologies, and analysis techniques for institutional programs and process improvements for existing operations.
Ensure programmatic objectives through engineering support to successfully complete milestones.
Independently present specific aspects of engineering assignments at project meetings to coworkers and management personnel.
Adapt to evolving R&D requirements while meeting safety, security, compliance, and schedule imperatives.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary groups throughout the laboratory.
Participate in professional development and mentorship opportunities to enhance your engineering career.

You will perform the following duties and responsibilities in addition to what was outlined at the lower level:

Lead the research, design, and testing of engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D initiatives.
Apply broad and diversified knowledge of engineering principles to implement sound engineering practices to achieve organizational objectives.
Develop and review technical procedures to ensure work is executed safely and securely while meeting product requirements.
Mentor junior process engineers.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Basic knowledge of professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrated through experience researching, designing, testing, analyzing, verifying, and validating engineering solutions.
Basic analytical thinking skills, as demonstrated by experience designing and executing experiments, including analyzing and interpreting data. This includes a commitment to high quality and timeliness of deliverables.
Experience performing a broad range of complex engineering work, including experience designing a complete project, system, or component through courses or experience.
The ability to work independently and with a team in high-intensity environments with coworkers representing a variety of technical backgrounds and the ability to express ideas clearly, and in ways that build understanding, respect, and trust, as demonstrated through presentations and publications.
Thorough knowledge of and experience in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: mechanical; materials science; chemical; metallurgical or other R&D engineering fields.
Thorough knowledge of and experience in designing; planning; and executing research and development projects.
Excellent written communication skills are required.
The ability to recognize technical problems, analysis, and testing to generate suitable solutions and effectively document and communicate results.
Will be asked to take on leadership roles and mentor other process engineers.

Education Requirement: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in science or engineering or related science, 2 years of job-related experience and 1 year of nuclear experience.

Desired Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge or experience working in a manufacturing or production organization requiring implementation of defined manufacturing, testing, and quality requirements.
Knowledge and experience with system and subsystem qualification testing and/or analysis.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Conduct of Operations.
Willingness to take initiative on new tasks or projects
Design to manufacturing experience
Technical writing consisting of project proposals, technical research, and summary presentations.
Active HRP certification.
Active DOE Q clearance.

Note to Applicants:

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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.
For full consideration, submit a comprehensive resume reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired skills stated above.
Evaluation of applications will commence immediately.
This is a reoccurring job ad that does not have a date it will close.
While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for the selected candidates to grown into the full salary band over time.

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). The selected applicants will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matters. This position requires a Q clearance which requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon position, additional authorization to access nuclear weapons information may be required that may or may not be available to dual citizens depending upon the circumstances.

*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.

HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.

426.2a: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2a, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

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. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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 applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.

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