R&D Engineer

What You Will Do

Seeking a strongly self‑motivated Mechanical Engineer (R&D Engineer
3) to be a member of the AOT‑MDE Engineering Team. This team is responsible for a wide variety of accelerator components and systems design such as cooling water, vacuum systems, magnets and beamline diagnostics. Engineers perform design and analysis of these systems, as well as direct the maintenance and improvement projects of the LANSCE accelerator. As an R&D Engineer you will also support other ongoing work within MDE, including design and analysis of structural or thermohydraulic projects and experimental validation.

• Proven track record of contributing to high‑impact R&D projects through design, analysis, prototyping, fabrication and documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings drafted utilizing ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Experience with CAD and CAM software, specifically Solid Works.
• Work successfully in a team environment and exhibit collaborative behavior.
• Willingness and ability to work hands‑on with operations teams performing repairs and maintenance along the LANSCE beam line.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with scientists, engineers, and technicians.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to doing work safely and securely.
• Be capable and willing to work in radiation areas while adhering to ALARA principles.

• Knowledge of linear accelerator operation, configuration and components.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Knowledgeable of all types of machining and welding techniques, equipment and practices.
• Ability and willingness to provide engineering support to other teams in the group supporting the accelerator:
  Water, Vacuum and Diagnostics.
• In depth knowledge and experience with high‑performance CAD software suites such as ANSYS.
• Possess active Q clearance or ability to obtain Q clearance.

Work location is onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance.
• 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).

Position requires a Q clearance. Citizenship is required for clearance; the position may be eligible for dual citizens under special 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 committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.