What You Will Do
The Engineering Services Division of Los Alamos National Laboratory develops, maintains, and applies a diverse set of engineering capabilities to provide innovative engineering solutions that enable the Laboratory's scientific and national security mission. This position is within the Engineering Services Weapons Project Delivery group (ES-WPD). ES Groups are responsible for implementing the Conduct of Engineering (COE) program at Los Alamos National Laboratory in support of systems, structure and component modifications and new installations. This position supports nuclear, accelerator or non-nuclear facilities across 38 square miles of the Laboratory and promotes a workplace culture centered on mutual respect and inclusivity.
Note: This position will be filled at either the Nuclear Facilities Engineer 3 or Nuclear Facilities Engineer 4 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.
Nuclear Facilities Mechanical Engineer 3 ($125,200 - $211,300)
As a nuclear facilities mechanical design engineer, you will concurrently work on multiple design teams shaping LANL's facilities and infrastructure to serve the needs of a growing and changing Laboratory. Your teams will provide engineering consulting services typical of any or all project phases: programming; scoping; design; construction; commissioning; operation. The level 3 role includes the following job duties:
Assess condition of existing facilities and infrastructure systems, including nuclear (Haz. Cat 2) and accelerator facilities
Generate written recommendations
Expertly apply engineering judgement to engineering challenges.
Develop design scopes
Estimate design efforts
Interface and coordinate with project stakeholders
Produce Construction Contract Documents
Adhere to LANL's Engineering Standards, Conduct of Engineering, prevailing codes and standards
Provide reviews of outside A/E designs
Review construction submittals, provide RFI responses and generate Document revisions
Mentor junior design personnel
Ensure integration of green initiatives on all projects
Ensure timely engagement of third-party resources such as Sustainability and Commissioning
Foster timely coordination between all design disciplines
Support organizational initiatives for improvements of design and business practices
Nuclear Facilities Mechanical Engineer 4 ($150,300 - $260,800)
In addition to duties listed above, the level 4 role includes the following job duties:
Identifies and/or leads activities within mechanical engineering in support of facility design, operation and maintenance
Make visionary organizational contributions regarding design and business practices
Recognized as a coordinating figure and subject-matter-expert (SME), helping to ensure designs are code-compliant and meet customer needs
Use broad and/or unique knowledge and skills to contribute to improvement of LANL's Engineering Standards
Use independent and wide latitude judgment in determining course of action to accomplish objectives
Facilitate technical growth of the mechanical design team
Assist Team Lead with work planning, staffing projections and hiring
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Nuclear Facilities Mechanical Engineer 3
Demonstrated broad-based, engineering experience with projects involving mechanical design for new facilities and facility modifications, including nuclear or hazardous (rad) facilities
Minimum 6 years working experience with engineering principle of operation of both mechanical and plumbing buildings systems
At least 6 years of practical experience in design and principle of operation of building automation systems
Minimum 6 years of experience in application of building codes, standards and green initiatives related to facilities design
Minimum 6 years working experience in preparing calculations, application of engineering methods, and application of technology aided engineering tools to facility and operations-based engineering challenges
Demonstrate ability to support construction execution, including timely review of submittals, requests for information, design changes, aid in non-conformance issues, validation of commissioning documentation and produce accurate as-built documents
Demonstrated ability to mentor early career engineers
Demonstrated advanced knowledge and ability to articulate concepts through various oral and written communication media, using a diverse range of technical and business acumen
Nuclear Facilities Mechanical Engineer 4
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Minimum 12 years of experience leading a design team and/or organization
Minimum 12 years of expertise in industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to your engineering discipline
Minimum of 12 years of experience in engineering work planning, budgeting, and design coordination.
Demonstrated broad and/or unique expert knowledge of engineering systems and calculations, applications of engineering methods, and application technology aided engineering tools to conventional and non-conventional facility and operations-based engineering problems
Education/Experience for Nuclear Facilities Mechanical Engineer 3: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above, as well as relevant hazardous and/or rad experience.
Advanced engineering or technical degree is desirable
Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is desirable
Education/Experience for Nuclear Facilities Mechanical Engineer 4: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 12 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above, as well as relevant hazardous and/or rad experience.
Advanced engineering or technical degree is desirable
Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is desirable
This position is subject to 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities. The DOE Order establishes entry-level requirements to ensure employees in the positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job. The education/experience requirements for this position include a Bachelor's of Science, 2 years of job-related experience, and 1 year of nuclear experience.
Desired Qualifications:
For level 3:Current EIT Certification (any US State)
For level 4: Current NCEES Professional Engineering License in Mechanical Engineering (any US State)
Professional experience with DOE and LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principles and procedures
Professional experience in design and principle of operation of infrastructure systems
National Code Committee participation
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 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . 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 ( https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-A/@Aimages/file) for additional information.
DOE 426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, 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.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position at the higher level is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
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 accommodations, 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.
