What You Will Do
Are you a talented and driven engineer looking to develop, maintain, and apply a diverse set of engineering capabilities to provide innovative engineering solutions? Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a skilled professional to join our Engineering Services (ES) Division as a Construction Field Engineer - HVAC and BAS Subject Matter Expert (SME). As a vital member of the Institutional Project Delivery (IPD) team you will contribute to the implementation of the Conduct of Engineering (COE) program at LANL in support of systems, structure and component modifications and new installations, and will support nuclear, accelerator or non-nuclear facilities across 38 square miles of the Laboratory. If you're eager to support the Laboratory's scientific and national security mission, this opportunity is for you!
This role serves as the critical link between Superintendents, Inspectors, Project Management, and Engineering Services to transform design concepts into reality. Leveraging deep construction expertise, you will help drive projects through scope and design definition, pre-construction planning, quality assurance, and on-site execution. Your work ensures every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety, consistently producing exceptional construction outcomes that meet design intent, comply with national codes and standards, and exceed user expectations.
Note: This position will be filled at the Construction Engineer 2/Construction Engineer 3 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. This description is not intended to be a complete statement of every aspect of the position, but rather to act as a guide to the essential functions to be performed. Assigned functions of this job may vary, and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed at the discretion of management.
Construction Engineer Level 2 ($85,900- $139,900)
Construction Support Responsibilities:
Stop work if continuing is unsafe or compromises security
Prepare checklists and other project documents
Prepare or direct the preparation of field material purchase requisitions, including estimating quantities and material takeoffs
Review work packages for completeness
Review project design and engineering documents to ensure completeness
Assist Construction Supervision in planning construction methods and procedures
Interpret design drawings and prepare construction field sketches
Field verify construction materials for compliance and storage requirements
Inspect construction work for compliance with drawings, specifications, and codes
Liaise between Construction and Engineering to resolve technical issues
Assist with review and coordination of RFI responses
Prepare field change request documentation and coordinate disposition through engineering
Maintain records of quantities and construction inspection work, and may prepare material and installation portions of subcontract bid packages
Provide quality oversight of installers on a periodic basis
Prepare daily progress reports and keep supervisors informed on assigned task progress
Monitor cost versus budget performance during construction
Verify construction work for compliance with drawings and specifications
Perform tracking of deficiencies for assigned projects
Assist in the generation of punch lists
Assist Senior Construction Engineers with their functions and perform other directed tasks
Construction Engineer Level 3 ($94,500 - $154,600)
In addition to what was outlined at the level 2 position, at the level 3 position you will have the opportunity to:
Reviews project engineered design drawings, project related vendor drawings, and installation instructions for completeness and constructability
Prepares cost estimates
Assist with Start-up and Turnover
Direct and mentor Junior Construction Engineers in their functions and tasks
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Construction Engineer 2:
This position requires effective professional communication experience and a strong working knowledge of construction planning and execution methodologies; modern construction means and methods; safety practices; and the maintenance/installation of commercial building and industrial process systems
Such expertise is typically developed through extensive on-the-job experience supporting the execution of commercial and industrial construction projects and a recognized degree in engineering, construction management, or project management; or specialized coursework or training acknowledged by recognized certification or licensure
Additional Job Requirements for Construction Engineer 3:
Strong working knowledge of quality assurance systems; risk identification and mitigation; design control processes; and schedule recovery strategies
Education/Experience at Construction Engineer 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Scientific discipline from an accredited institution and a minimum of 5 years of extensive work experience leading to the thorough understanding of the knowledge described above; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or certifications.
Education/Experience at Construction Engineer 3: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Scientific discipline from an accredited institution and a minimum of 8 years of extensive work experience leading to the thorough understanding of the knowledge described above; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or certifications.
Desired Qualifications:
Extensive experience in the design, installation, and/or maintenance of HVAC and BAS Systems
Extensive experience in programming BAS Systems
Documented completion of a nationally accredited apprenticeship program
Documented experience working as a journeyman and/or foreman
Documented experience in successfully managing construction personnel
Nationally accredited certification as a fire alarm, electrical, structural, mechanical, and/or plumbing Inspector
Professional experience with LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principles and procedures
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 maternity 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.
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 for applicant eligibility requirements.
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.
