Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

Mechanical Engineer 1/2 – Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)

The Engineering Services Division of LANL develops, maintains, and applies a diverse set of engineering capabilities to support the Laboratory’s scientific and national security mission. This role is within the Engineering Services Weapons Project Delivery group (ES‑WPD) and will support nuclear, accelerator, or non‑nuclear facilities across the Laboratory.

• Learn about facilities mechanical systems design and operation from seasoned engineers.
• See how your engineering skills can contribute to national security.
• See your ideas come to life on paper and in construction.
• Be a design team member, developing engineering judgement.
• Navigate and implement prevailing industry codes and standards.
• Promote energy conservation through HVAC technologies and building systems controls.
• Perform HVAC calculations.
• Obtain, evaluate, and compare equipment selections from manufacturer representatives.
• Develop design deliverables including drawings, specifications, test and inspection plans (TIPs), statements of special inspections (SSIs), and calculations.
• Level 2 only:
• Independently run all mechanical engineering facets of a project from scoping through construction.
• Foster relationships with project stakeholders and customers as a representative of Engineering Services.
• Facilitate the technical growth of the electrical design team.

• Support timely and collaborative construction execution, including review of submittals, RFIs, design changes, non‑conformance issues, validation of commissioning documentation, and production of accurate as‑built documents.
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles, codes, and standards.

• Knowledge of HVAC and plumbing building systems.
• Knowledge of engineering work planning and design coordination.
• Ability to collaboratively problem‑solve, show commitment, and function well in a team environment.
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
• Ability to apply building codes, standards, and green initiatives to facilities design.
• Demonstrated proficiency in generating calculations.

• Mechanical Engineer 1:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution and 2 years of practical work experience.
• Mechanical Engineer 2:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution and a minimum of 3 years of practical work experience. Advanced engineering or technical degree desired.
• Minimum requirement:
  Bachelor's degree and 1 year of nuclear experience.

• For Engineer 2:
  Current registration as a professional engineer (any US state).
• Design experience in nuclear, accelerator, or industrial facility operations.
• Master’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit tools.
• Knowledge of DOE, LANL Engineering Standards, and Conduct of Engineering principles and procedures.

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 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).

Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Position will be cleared to Q. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government. Q clearance requires US citizenship except in very limited circumstances.

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 the workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

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