Mechanical; Steam & Power Systems Engineer

What You Will Do

Launch Your Career in Critical Energy Infrastructure!

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a motivated early-career Mechanical or Energy Systems Engineer to support the safe, reliable operation of our steam and power generation and distribution systems. This role offers a rare opportunity to work hands-on with utility-scale equipment while learning from experienced engineers in a mission-driven environment. As part of the Utilities & Infrastructure (UI) organization, you'll help support LANL's campus-wide energy systems, including large steam boilers, condensate return systems, and a 20+ MW combustion turbine generator.

You'll work alongside senior engineers, operations staff, and project teams to ensure systems are safe, efficient, and compliant—while steadily growing your technical independence. In this role you will contribute directly to the infrastructure that powers world-class scientific research—while building deep expertise in steam systems, power generation, controls, and asset management.

This position will be filled at either the Engineer 2 or 3 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.

• Serve as a technical point of contact for assigned steam and power systems with mentorship support
• Help troubleshoot operational and maintenance issues using sound engineering principles
• Apply industry codes and standards (ASME, NFPA, EPA, LANL standards) to real-world systems
• Support preventive maintenance programs by reviewing procedures and participating in field walkdowns
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and system documentation
• Assist with condition assessments and asset health evaluations
• Develop drawings, specifications, and scopes for system upgrades and repairs
• Review vendor submittals and engineering designs from internal and external partners
• Participate in construction walkdowns, inspections, and commissioning activities
• Support pressure safety compliance and hazard analyses
• This role is designed to provide broad exposure, hands-on experience, and steady professional growth

• In addition to the above, lead condition assessments and technical evaluations of assigned systems
• Review and approve complex designs and system modifications
• Drive process improvements and instrumentation/control upgrades
• Serve as a technical mentor to less experienced engineers

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Experience or strong interest in steam systems, power generation, or energy infrastructure
• Familiarity with rotating equipment, turbines, or boilers
• Familiarity with industrial codes and standards (ASME, NFPA, EPA)
• Exposure to instrumentation, controls, or SCADA/OT systems
• Ability to communicate clearly, solve problems, and collaborate across disciplines
• Willingness to spend time in the field learning how systems operate

Education/Experience at Engineer 2: Position requires a Bachelor s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years practical work experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Current registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is highly desirable.

Education/Experience at Engineer 3: Position requires a Bachelor s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years practical work experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Current registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is highly desirable.

• PE licensure is highly encouraged
• Experience with utility-scale steam or power systems
• Interest in controls, automation, or water treatment systems
• Exposure to asset management or long-term capital planning
• Knowledge of DOE or nuclear facility engineering environments

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period…