DescriptionJob Title R&D Engineer 2/3
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name PSP-6/PS Assembly & Product Characterization
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This position is open for external candidates only to apply. What You Will Do R&D Engineer 2 ($106,400 - $176,000) As an R&D Engineer 2 you will: - Support the Weapons Production Directorate by ensuring quality assurance results, materials, processes and final products meet design specifications and are completed according to established requirements.
- Apply statistical process control methods to identify correct measurement methods, tools, and/or systems; identify data-collection points; and analyze data in order to identify failure modes, track trends, focus on improvement actions, rate performance and measure effectiveness.
- Define, identify and apply product and process control methods such as developing control plans, identifying critical control points, developing and validating work instructions.
R&D Engineer 3 ($128,000 - $215,900) In addition to the duties outlined above, the R&D Engineer 3 will: - Define/identify technical and performance specifications.
- Develop new technical capabilities and creates opportunities to extend R&D engineering through the expansion of existing efforts.
- Lead the development of technical products such as journal papers, reports, presentations, and concept papers,
- Influence organizational, project, and program strategies and directions.
- Lead technical decision-making at task level within a project. Makes decisions and/or recommendations that influence the achievement of key programmatic objectives.
- Use project assignments to further organizational goals. Develops and implements project management plans, including scope, schedule, and budget, for small to moderate projects and/or major project tasks. Defines deliverables at the project or major task level.
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What You Need Minimum Requirements Engineering: - Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, nuclear, chemical, or industrial.
Inspection Design: - Ability to interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings and schematics; familiarity with ASME Y14.5M standard.
Manufacturing: - Experience working in the manufacturing sector.
In addition to having advanced knowledge of the R&D Engineer 2 requirements, the R&D Engineer 3 must have the following: Technical knowledge: - Thorough knowledge to conceptualize and communicate major elements of development and production to both technical and non-technical personnel.
Project Support:
- Adept at supporting several concurrent projects in a challenging safety and/or security setting.
Education/Experience R&D Engineer 2: 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.
Education/Experience R&D Engineer 3: Position requires a Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 6 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level a Ph.D. may be preferred.
Required: Must be able to acquire and maintain all required certifications and training related to work within Plutonium Facility such as Q Clearance, Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification, Glove box operator, Fissile Material Handler, etc.
DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in science or engineering or related science, 2 years of job-related experience and 1 year of nuclear experience.
Desired Qualifications:- Knowledge of 10 CFR 830 with experience in nuclear processing and/or high hazard facility operating requirements, safety/authorization basis and/or Conduct of Operations planning and execution.
- Experience with startup activities associated with bringing new processes online in the PF-4 facility. Experience communicating with management on project and equipment status.
- Knowledge and/ or experience working with Nuclear Material
- Experience working with classified material and parts
- Active DOE "Q" clearance (or similar)
- HRP
Work Schedule: This position mayrequire 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a
shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
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.
- While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.
- Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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 DetailsEmployment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
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Contact DetailsContact Name Robinson, Loren
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