Mechanical and Electrochemical Post Bachelors Student

What You Will Do

The Materials Synthesis and Integrated Devices Group (MPA-11) is seeking post-bac candidates to perform engineering, fabrication, and testing of mechanical and electrochemical systems, including components and subsystems for fuel cells, electrolyzers, batteries, and other energy technologies. The position will provide opportunities to learn about mechanical and electrochemical systems and provide exposure to broader research opportunities in the national laboratories.

Job activities will include one or more of the following:

• Fabrication and testing of fuel cells, electrolyzers, and batteries
• Design, fabrication, and testing of components and parts
• Microfabrication and thin film deposition
• Programming in Python for automation of tasks and data analysis
• CAD design of custom hardware

Candidates must have a strong background in one or more of the following areas:

• Mechanical engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Chemical engineering

Candidates must also have:

• Experience working in a laboratory in a research and development environment
• Ability to conduct basic design of systems and mechanical components

Experience in one or more of the following areas is desired:

• Electrochemical device fabrication and testing
• Materials characterization techniques
• Electronics and typical laboratory test instruments

• Must have earned a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) within the last 3 years in an appropriate field.
• Must have graduated with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Work Location:

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

Required Application Materials:

• Current resume
• Current official transcripts
• Personal statement of interest (not to exceed one page)

• 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)

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China—including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau—as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating that the employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance:
Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test:
The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer, regardless of state law.

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 our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp or call .