Hydrogen Energy Systems Research and Development Technician

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Research & Development Technician to work in our Hydrogen Systems Assembly & Integration group. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Energy Systems Laboratory in Idaho Falls with every other Friday off.

At Idaho National Laboratory, you will fabricate, assemble, calibrate, adjust, and test commercial and one‑of‑a‑kind mechanical and electrical systems related to solid oxide hydrogen fuel cell testing and other advanced energy technologies. You will be responsible for building systems in accordance with INL policies and procedures and federal codes and standards. In this role you will report to the Hydrogen Systems Assembly & Integration manager.

• Oversee laboratory operations, ensuring work is performed safely, following laboratory policies, standards and procedures.
• Perform assessments to ensure compliance to laboratory requirements.
• Provide research support by procurement, assembly, set-up, troubleshooting and operation of research equipment and experiments.
• Perform the operation and maintenance of bench, pilot, and full‑scale research equipment designed to process and handle materials through chemical, mechanical, and thermal conditions.
• Directly guide the implementation of new concepts and techniques concerning program assets and new capabilities.
• Maintain records and logs of work activities and procedures. Compile and complete documentation of development and test processes.
• Participate in equipment and test design reviews.
• Participate in lab housekeeping activities and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• High school or equivalent required plus 2 years related experience
• AAS in instrumentation and controls, Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent program preferred

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and use stairs for long periods of time. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, assemble parts, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job‑related equipment and a motor vehicle. The employee must intermittently lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment includes various facilities that may include exposure to extreme temperatures, UV (sun) exposure, radiation work, noisy and/or loud equipment, and hazards involving the use of power tools, lasers, and equipment which subjects the employee to mechanical and electrical hazards. Work may involve wearing protective clothing and utilizing ladders > 6 feet. Workdays will be longer than 8‑hour days, overtime/irregular hours, and employees may work alone.

Conditions may result in intermittent exposure to stress because of human behavior and various responsibilities.

• The pay range for this position is:
  Level 1 ($ 22.93 - $37.82) /
  Level 2 ($26.36-$43.48). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi‑Level: This is a multi‑level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.