Inspection and Diagnostics Technologist (Engineering Technologist 1)
- Req. Number: IRC140107
- Organization : J-2/Dynamic Structure Design & Engineering
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $85,900 - $139,900
- Recruiter Name: Brown, Christopher Shawne
- Recruiter Email: csbrown@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
J-2 (Dynamic Structure and Design & Engineering) is seeking an Engineering Technologist who is looking to apply modeling with hands on experienced with modern inspection methods utilizing 3-D scanning to support the groups confinement vessel mission. J-2's mission with the HSEES (Hydrodynamic Subcritical Experiments Execution Support) Program provides cradle to grave design, procurement and operations to support the use of impulsively driven testing with confinement vessels, in support of stockpile stewardship. The selected candidate will join our vessel repair and inspection team and will support evaluation of confinement vessels in use at both LANL's NM and NV sites which include DARHT and PULSE facilities. In addition, this role will support our production team for evaluating and baselining new vessel weldments as well as interacting with our structural mechanical team in assessing these assets for continued use. J-2 is looking for a candidate who wants to work within a fast paced, multi-discipline group that spans expertise from mechanical, civil, and structural engineers, chemistry, welding, assembly, explosives teams, inspection and an elite decontamination team.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Engineering Technologist 1 ($85,900-139,900)
Education/Experience: 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
Desired Qualifications:
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Ability to speak, reading vision, sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, carrying 10-20 pounds, lifting 30+ pounds, and work in confined spaces.
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.
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 opt. 3.
J-2 (Dynamic Structure and Design & Engineering) is seeking an Engineering Technologist who is looking to apply modeling with hands on experienced with modern inspection methods utilizing 3-D scanning to support the groups confinement vessel mission. J-2's mission with the HSEES (Hydrodynamic Subcritical Experiments Execution Support) Program provides cradle to grave design, procurement and operations to support the use of impulsively driven testing with confinement vessels, in support of stockpile stewardship. The selected candidate will join our vessel repair and inspection team and will support evaluation of confinement vessels in use at both LANL's NM and NV sites which include DARHT and PULSE facilities. In addition, this role will support our production team for evaluating and baselining new vessel weldments as well as interacting with our structural mechanical team in assessing these assets for continued use. J-2 is looking for a candidate who wants to work within a fast paced, multi-discipline group that spans expertise from mechanical, civil, and structural engineers, chemistry, welding, assembly, explosives teams, inspection and an elite decontamination team.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Engineering Technologist 1 ($85,900-139,900)
- Working knowledge in utilizing 3D CAD Systems, design and drafting experience and basic understanding of GD&T.
- Experience with inspection and metrology tooling such as handheld 3-D laser scanners, calipers, micrometers, and profilometers.
- Demonstrated experience in formal technical report writing skills, formal record keeping, and procedure writing, and basic understanding of statistics and analysis.
- Working experience in following and assisting in preparing engineering specifications for structures, systems and equipment.
- Knowledge of mechanical drawings, ability to read and interpret.
- Demonstrated experience with hand and power tools.
Education/Experience: 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
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in NDE methods such as mag particle, liquid penetrant, and visual inspection
- Experience with Creaform 3-D Scanners with Polyworks Inspector and Creaform VX Elements Software
- Welding experience
- Basic understanding of ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code
- Experience working in hazardous operations such as radiological contamination areas, confined spaces
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Ability to speak, reading vision, sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, carrying 10-20 pounds, lifting 30+ pounds, and work in confined spaces.
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.
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 opt. 3.
