Engineering Technologist

Overview

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As a member of the Metal Production Group (PSD-1) the Engineering Technologist 1 will use and execute the principles of engineering to solve technical problems in support of pit manufacturing programs at LANL. A successful candidate will be expected to prioritize work based on programmatic demands, work both independently and as part of a team, and contribute to continuous process improvements to meet customer requirements.

• Uses professional concepts and laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Contributes to the development of new methods and approaches.
• Applies engineering, mathematics, and science knowledge to solve routine technical problems.
• Work with engineering staff to prepare and/or carry out changes in design, drafting, techniques, and procedures; coordinate corrective actions.
• Aiding & mentoring early career engineers & technicians.
• Adapt to evolving requirements while meeting safety, security, compliance, and schedule imperatives.
• Assist in developing new methods, technologies, and analysis techniques for institutional programs.
• Ensure programmatic objectives through the provision of project management and engineering support to successfully complete milestones.

• Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of engineering design.
• Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written communications.
• Demonstrated capability/experience performing a broad range of complex engineering work, including experience designing or reviewing a complete project, system, or component.
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing, system and component testing operations.
• Demonstrated experience developing and validating engineering requirements.

• Ability to coordinate work and/or corrective actions.
• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement of concepts and tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to high quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in high‑intensity environments with coworkers representing a variety of technical backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to express detailed ideas clearly in ways that build understanding, respect, and trust, as demonstrated through presentations and publications.

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.

DOE Order 426.2:
Requires at least 1 year of nuclear experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience working in a manufacturing or production organization requiring implementation of defined manufacturing, testing, and quality requirements.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with system and subsystem qualification testing and/or analysis.
• Demonstrated experience applying continuous improvement concepts and tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of conduct of operations principles.
• Demonstrated experience performing engineering work using rigorous institutional processes.
• Active Q clearance or equivalent.

• Please submit a detailed resume highlighting all your experience and achievements to be considered for this position.
• 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.

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