Predictive Maintenance Coordinator (Engineering Technologist 1/2) | Los Alamos, NM | Los Alamos National Laboratory

Predictive Maintenance Coordinator (Engineering Technologist 1/2)

What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Engineering Technologist 1/2 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.

The Predictive Maintance (PdM) Coordinator reports to the MSS-APT Group Leader and plays a key role in developing, implementing, and maturing PdM programs across multiple organizations and equipment portfolios. While this role includes hands-on PdM route execution and equipment condition monitoring, the primary focus is program development and deployment. The selected candidate will work directly with engineering, maintenance, operations, and management stakeholders to establish new or enhanced PdM programs tailored to organizational needs.

PdM Coordinator Engineering Technologist 1 ($87,800 - $143,000)

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Assist in evaluating equipment portfolios to determine PdM applicability and priority.
  • Support development of PdM implementation plans, including scope, timelines, and coordination requirements.
  • Work with engineering, maintenance planners, and supervisors to integrate PdM tasks into existing maintenance strategies.
  • Perform limited PdM route execution and condition monitoring activities (vibration, thermography, ultrasonic, oil analysis, etc.) to support program validation and data collection.
  • Track implementation progress and help remove barriers to execution.
  • Support communication efforts to educate stakeholders on PdM benefits and reliability improvements.
  • Assist in establishing asset hierarchies and ensuring CMMS alignment for PdM integration.
  • Participate in root cause evaluations and help translate findings into preventive or predictive strategies.
PdM Coordinator Engineering Technologist 2 ($96,600 - $158,000)

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level this position is expected to:
  • Lead cross-organizational efforts to establish or mature PdM programs.
  • Conduct structured equipment criticality and readiness evaluations to determine appropriate predictive technologies and implementation sequencing.
  • Develop and present PdM business cases and value propositions to management and stakeholders.
  • Define execution strategies, milestones, performance metrics, and sustainment plans.
  • Coordinate engineering, planning, maintenance, and management resources to ensure successful implementation.
  • Drive accountability and follow-through to ensure programs move from concept to operational reality.
  • Analyze equipment performance data and recommend adjustments to maintenance strategies.
  • Facilitate alignment between reliability objectives and operational priorities.
  • Serve as a program advocate and technical resource for PdM methodologies.
  • Provide limited hands-on diagnostic support where necessary to validate data or demonstrate program capability.


What You Need


Minimum Job Requirements:

Knowledge & Expertise: General mechanical, electrical, or technical aptitude. Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance principles. Experience working across organizational boundaries to align stakeholders and drive execution.

Maintenance Operations: Demonstrated experience supporting or coordinating maintenance, reliability, or operational improvement initiatives. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive projects or programs to completion.

Communication & Teamwork: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences, including leadership and craft personnel. Ability to influence and build consensus without direct supervisory authority.

Technology: Familiarity with CMMS systems and asset data management. Proficiency with standard computer software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Additional Requirements for Engineering Technologist 2:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

Knowledge & Expertise: Experience leading or independently driving program-level initiatives. Understanding of relevant industry standards and compliance requirements.

Maintenance Operations: Working knowledge of maintenance planning and work control processes. Ability to evaluate equipment portfolios and determine appropriate PdM technologies. Experience developing execution plans, schedules, and performance metrics.

Communication & Teamwork: Experience presenting recommendations and program updates to leadership. Demonstrated success influencing cross-functional teams.

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.

*For the Engineering Technologist 1 level only, candidates that meet the degree requirement, but who do not meet the two-year experience requirement, are encouraged to apply and may be considered for hire through an allowable variance.

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:

  • Active Q Clearance.
  • Experience with LANL systems such as Asset Suite and Footprints.
  • Experience in Nuclear facility Operations, Engineering and/or Maintenance.
  • Demonstrated ability with conflict resolution.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Experience with techniques such vibration analysis, thermography, ultra-sonic, shock pulse, motor circuit analysis, laser-shaft alignment and/or oil analysis is preferrable.
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.

Work Schedule:
Onsite 9/80.

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:

  • Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the requirements of the position along with their resume.
  • 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 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.