Designer (Engineering Technologist 1/2)
- Req. Number: IRC142275
- Organization : J-2/Dynamic Structure Design & Engineering
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Nyenhuis, Niko Alexander
- Recruiter Email: nnyenhuis@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
The Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division, Dynamic Structure Design, Engineering, and Vessel Operations (J-2) Group is looking for a Designer, to support the mission of Stockpile Stewardship for the Hydrodynamic and Subcritical Experiment Execution Support (HSEES) Program. The selected candidate will be responsible for various aspects of design using computer aided design (CAD) programs to produce designs, drawings, and layouts of unique components and systems, while applying sound engineering design principles, to support our procurement of impulsively loaded, confinement vessel systems and components. This position will be filled at either the Engineering Technologist Level 1 or Level 2, depending on the skills for the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (listed below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. Additionally, the selected candidate will need to possess excellent teamwork skills to collaborate with engineers, technicians, drafters/designers, and program management. J-2 is a diverse group that enjoys a collegial work environment focused on creative problem solving, where everyone's opinions and ideas are valued and considered. This is your opportunity to make a difference while working on important research directly influencing national security.
Engineering Technologist 1 $85,900 - $139,900
As an entry level designer, the selected candidate must be willing to become proficient in Creo, PDM link and GD&T. Candidate is expected to develop further understanding of drawings and be able to interpret the various signs and symbols associated. They will assist in the design by creating/editing models, layouts and configurations under the direction of a senior designer and/or engineering staff and turn them into high detailed drawings. The candidate will familiarize themselves with all sub-assemblies of the group's confinement vessels and will assist in preliminary review documentation preparation and prepare drawings for fabrication and assemblies.
Engineering Technologist 2 $94,500 - $154,600
In addition to level 1, as a Level 2 designer, the selected candidate will be point of contact for specific design packages for individual tests. They will be expected to contribute to the design by applying engineering and manufacturing principles, theories and concepts. This will include providing complete drawing packages of all hardware to the engineering team, supporting drawing checks, and interactions with vendors as needed. Candidate will serve as a control resource for best design practices in creating product definition and maintain legacy definition in PDM link.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Additional Job Requirements for Engineering Technologist 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Education/Experience at Engineering Technologist 1 level: 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.
Education/Experience at Engineering Technologist 2 level: 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:
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:
All perspective candidates should submit a resume and include a detailed cover letter that addresses the minimum requirements of experience to meet each level summarized above.
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.
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 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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
The Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division, Dynamic Structure Design, Engineering, and Vessel Operations (J-2) Group is looking for a Designer, to support the mission of Stockpile Stewardship for the Hydrodynamic and Subcritical Experiment Execution Support (HSEES) Program. The selected candidate will be responsible for various aspects of design using computer aided design (CAD) programs to produce designs, drawings, and layouts of unique components and systems, while applying sound engineering design principles, to support our procurement of impulsively loaded, confinement vessel systems and components. This position will be filled at either the Engineering Technologist Level 1 or Level 2, depending on the skills for the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (listed below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. Additionally, the selected candidate will need to possess excellent teamwork skills to collaborate with engineers, technicians, drafters/designers, and program management. J-2 is a diverse group that enjoys a collegial work environment focused on creative problem solving, where everyone's opinions and ideas are valued and considered. This is your opportunity to make a difference while working on important research directly influencing national security.
Engineering Technologist 1 $85,900 - $139,900
As an entry level designer, the selected candidate must be willing to become proficient in Creo, PDM link and GD&T. Candidate is expected to develop further understanding of drawings and be able to interpret the various signs and symbols associated. They will assist in the design by creating/editing models, layouts and configurations under the direction of a senior designer and/or engineering staff and turn them into high detailed drawings. The candidate will familiarize themselves with all sub-assemblies of the group's confinement vessels and will assist in preliminary review documentation preparation and prepare drawings for fabrication and assemblies.
Engineering Technologist 2 $94,500 - $154,600
In addition to level 1, as a Level 2 designer, the selected candidate will be point of contact for specific design packages for individual tests. They will be expected to contribute to the design by applying engineering and manufacturing principles, theories and concepts. This will include providing complete drawing packages of all hardware to the engineering team, supporting drawing checks, and interactions with vendors as needed. Candidate will serve as a control resource for best design practices in creating product definition and maintain legacy definition in PDM link.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Knowledge of and experience in completing mechanical assemblies, component, and sub-component models and systems, three dimensional parts and assembly generation using 3D CAD systems or other systems such as Creo/Pro Engineer
- Experience with machine shop practices as well as coordinating fabrication with machine shops
- Experience working with engineers to create dimensioning strategies, experience with American Society of Mechanical Engineer (ASME) codes
- Familiarity with document control and records requirements in highly regulated environment
Additional Job Requirements for Engineering Technologist 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
- Experience in completing mechanical assemblies, component, and sub-component models and systems, three dimensional parts and assembly generation
- Demonstrated experience with machine shop practices as well as coordinating fabrication with machine shops
- Demonstrated experience working with engineers to create dimensioning strategies
- Demonstrated proficiency with Creo/Pro Engineer or other 3D CAD systems
- Experience with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y14.5 standard on dimensioning and tolerance and familiarity with other ASME codes.
- Familiarity with document control and records requirements in highly regulated environment.
- Expert knowledge experience with Windchill software and PDM link or other Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.
Education/Experience at Engineering Technologist 1 level: 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.
Education/Experience at Engineering Technologist 2 level: 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:
- Experience with design definition in the Nuclear Weapons Complex
- Experience with Windchill software and PDM link or other Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.
- Experience performing drawing checks
- Experience with 3D computer-aided design (CAD), Creo Preferred.
- Experience with applying GD&T
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:
All perspective candidates should submit a resume and include a detailed cover letter that addresses the minimum requirements of experience to meet each level summarized above.
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.
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 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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
