Packaging R&D Engineer 1/2 (R&D Engineer 1/2)
- Req. Number: IRC139723
- Organization : NPI-7/Nuclear Materials and TRU Waste Shipping
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 1 or 2 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.
Apply your engineering expertise by joining our world-class team today! Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven Packaging R&D Engineer 1/2 to join the Nuclear Materials and TRU Waste Shipping Group (NPI-7). NPI-7 ensures safe, efficient and compliant management of all radioactive and hazardous material generated at the TA-55 Plutonium Facility, the Chemistry and Metallurgy Research (CMR) building, the TA-50 Radioactive Liquid Waste Treatment Facility (RLWTF), the Transuranic Waste Facility (TWF), and the Radiological Laboratory Utility Office Building (RLUOB). The group also manages nuclear material shipments and provides other support to these facilities, including safeguards support. NPI-7 ensures that all activities in these facilities are conducted in compliance with applicable environmental regulations and Laboratory policies.
This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting critical research that directly impacts national security.
R&D Engineer 1 ($94,500-$154,600) As an R&D Engineer 1 you will be working with other engineers/researchers, technicians, DOE personnel, and other DOE sites to evaluate radioactive materials, evaluate tooling and equipment, and determine packaging requirements for NPI-7. You will have the opportunity to help develop and implement new packaging processes to provide solutions for future shipping needs at the LANL Plutonium Facility. The selected candidate will also keep current on regulatory requirements and emerging technologies associated with the packaging and transportation of radioactive materials.
R&D Engineer 2 ($104,100-$172,200) In addition to what is outlined at the lower level, at this level, the R&D Engineer 2 will assist in the development of technical products such as procedures and reports, and the development of intellectual property. You will set direction and goals for well-defined tasks involving more than one person. Scopes tasks within a project and defines deliverables at task level. Leads specific project tasks to meet scope, schedule and budget. As a R&D Engineer 2 you will provide peer review of the work of others across organizations or disciplines and develop mentoring skills to mentors junior staff and peers in technical and professional growth.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements
Professional Level Experience: Working knowledge in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: electrical, mechanical, nuclear or another R&D engineering field.
Nuclear Experience: Demonstrated knowledge of underlying principles related to radioactive decay processes, interaction of radiation and matter, and radiation protection.
Integrated Safety Management: Demonstrated knowledge of the process for integrating safety into work practices by addressing all types of hazards to ensure safety for workers, the public, and the environment.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong skills and initiative in organization, planning, teamwork, customer interactions, and interpersonal communications.
Job Performance: Demonstrated ability to work productively on multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
Education/Experience at R&D Engineer 1 level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation.
Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 2:
Documentation of Work: Demonstrated ability to develop technical products such as technical procedures and reports.
Compliance: Demonstrated experience in conducting engineering work while complying with ES&H requirements and using appropriate administrative controls, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment and while following conduct of operations principles.
Education/Experience at R&D Engineer 2 level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Type A and Type B Shipping Containers: Demonstrated work experience with packing and unpacking shipping containers used for transportation of radioactive materials.
Leak Test Equipment: Demonstrated understanding of leak test methods and experience working with leak test equipment.
Engineering Design: Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software and production of detailed mechanical drawings.
Note to Applicants:
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.
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.
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 on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 1 or 2 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.
Apply your engineering expertise by joining our world-class team today! Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven Packaging R&D Engineer 1/2 to join the Nuclear Materials and TRU Waste Shipping Group (NPI-7). NPI-7 ensures safe, efficient and compliant management of all radioactive and hazardous material generated at the TA-55 Plutonium Facility, the Chemistry and Metallurgy Research (CMR) building, the TA-50 Radioactive Liquid Waste Treatment Facility (RLWTF), the Transuranic Waste Facility (TWF), and the Radiological Laboratory Utility Office Building (RLUOB). The group also manages nuclear material shipments and provides other support to these facilities, including safeguards support. NPI-7 ensures that all activities in these facilities are conducted in compliance with applicable environmental regulations and Laboratory policies.
This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting critical research that directly impacts national security.
R&D Engineer 1 ($94,500-$154,600) As an R&D Engineer 1 you will be working with other engineers/researchers, technicians, DOE personnel, and other DOE sites to evaluate radioactive materials, evaluate tooling and equipment, and determine packaging requirements for NPI-7. You will have the opportunity to help develop and implement new packaging processes to provide solutions for future shipping needs at the LANL Plutonium Facility. The selected candidate will also keep current on regulatory requirements and emerging technologies associated with the packaging and transportation of radioactive materials.
R&D Engineer 2 ($104,100-$172,200) In addition to what is outlined at the lower level, at this level, the R&D Engineer 2 will assist in the development of technical products such as procedures and reports, and the development of intellectual property. You will set direction and goals for well-defined tasks involving more than one person. Scopes tasks within a project and defines deliverables at task level. Leads specific project tasks to meet scope, schedule and budget. As a R&D Engineer 2 you will provide peer review of the work of others across organizations or disciplines and develop mentoring skills to mentors junior staff and peers in technical and professional growth.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements
Professional Level Experience: Working knowledge in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: electrical, mechanical, nuclear or another R&D engineering field.
Nuclear Experience: Demonstrated knowledge of underlying principles related to radioactive decay processes, interaction of radiation and matter, and radiation protection.
Integrated Safety Management: Demonstrated knowledge of the process for integrating safety into work practices by addressing all types of hazards to ensure safety for workers, the public, and the environment.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong skills and initiative in organization, planning, teamwork, customer interactions, and interpersonal communications.
Job Performance: Demonstrated ability to work productively on multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
Education/Experience at R&D Engineer 1 level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation.
Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 2:
Documentation of Work: Demonstrated ability to develop technical products such as technical procedures and reports.
Compliance: Demonstrated experience in conducting engineering work while complying with ES&H requirements and using appropriate administrative controls, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment and while following conduct of operations principles.
Education/Experience at R&D Engineer 2 level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Type A and Type B Shipping Containers: Demonstrated work experience with packing and unpacking shipping containers used for transportation of radioactive materials.
Leak Test Equipment: Demonstrated understanding of leak test methods and experience working with leak test equipment.
Engineering Design: Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software and production of detailed mechanical drawings.
Note to Applicants:
- For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive resume reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired skills stated above.
- Position may require 24/7 coverage and therefore may require working a shift schedule.
- 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.
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.
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.
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 on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
