R&D Engineer

Position: R&D Engineer 1/2
** What You Will Do*
* ** This position will be filled either as an R&D Engineer 1 or an R&D Engineer 2, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). Additional job responsibilities, outlined below, will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.*
* Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world!

The Operational Safety & Compliance Group (PSS-2) is seeking a highly motivated R&D Engineer to engage in exciting research opportunities. The selected candidate will support PSS-2's mission to reduce operational and programmatic risk at the Institutional and Weapons Production levels, through the application of continuous learning and the implementation of best-in-class safety and nuclear materials management program.

Nuclear material storage surveillance is a key component to ensuring protection to the worker, public, and environment. The development of novel surveillance tools to ensure compliance with DOE orders and standards, in addition to any facility-level requirements, are needed to address many of the incipient concerns with nuclear material storage containers where conventional approaches fail to provide information. The Storage Safety and Engineering team addresses these concerns through the application of machine learning-driven analytical tools and cutting-edge automated characterization systems.

Leveraging a broad technical background, the team develops state-of-the-art deployable solutions in support of the surveillance process and enhances surveillance data by adding useful data to support container health assessments. As a member of the team, you will be actively involved in a diverse set of activities supporting core programmatic needs and directly impacting national security.

The successful candidate will be able to collaborate with a team of experienced technical staff to explore and understand, in detail, nuclear material storage container health and characterization tools that provide the most relevant information for health screening. Candidates with a background in this research area, willingness to work with others, and a strong academic profile are encouraged to apply.

** R&D Engineer 1

Job Duties:

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* + Develop an in-depth knowledge of nuclear material storage containers, including surveillance activities employed to characterize performance.

+ Collaboratively design and develop novel solutions to address current needs, especially for those related to enhancing surveillance capabilities.

+ Leverage engineering expertise to review current solutions and provide input on pathways for improvement.

+ Interface and communicate effectively with individuals at various levels in the organization.

** In addition to the job duties listed for the R&D Engineer 1, job duties for the R&D Engineer 2 level include:*
* + Engage the scientific community including participation in professional societies and presentations at conferences and meetings.

+ Lead business and technical discussions with customers to ensure needs are being addressed.

+ Deploy alongside other teams to investigate phenomena, issues, and concerns relevant to customer needs.

+ Develop scope for tasks and goals under defined project milestones and complete them in a timely manner.

+ Actively participate in team building exercises including proposal development and mentoring of students.

** Salary Range:
** While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.

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** R&D Engineer 1:**  $96,600 to $158,000

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** R&D Engineer 2:**  $106,400 to $176,000

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** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

** Applicants must submit a comprehensive resume reflective of relevant experience that addresses the minimum job requirements and desired qualifications of the position below for full consideration.

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** Education/Experience Requirements for the R&D Engineer 1:
** Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation.

+ Candidates that…