Engineering Post-Bachelors position in spectroscopy and material science

What You Will Do

The Physical and Chemical Spectroscopy Group in the Chemistry Division (C-PCS) is seeking an outstanding post-bachelors student with a STEM science degree to join our experimental efforts in spectroscopy of molecular systems. The C-PCS Group works with a diverse range of customers to execute research projects which span basic R&D and device creation through application and deployment of systems and methods for applied missions.

The prospective candidate will primarily be involved in designing, building, and maintaining field deployable systems, both liquid and gas types. This will require a combination of working with pressure systems, working with hand and machining tools, and building LABVIEW-based (or similar) programs to control the systems. The systems will need to monitor and save relevant data. Candidates will be expected to perform analysis on the collected data, contribute to a written report/presentation, and present on the data.

Lastly, they will be expected to deploy systems with the team in field tests both on and off site with the ability to make small alterations as the experiments proceed. #chemistry, #cpcs, #chem student

An experimental background in working with pressure systems, fluid systems, or other types of systems which have similar skills that can transfer. Familiarity with hand and machining tools.

Experience with pressure systems, LABVIEW and/or Python programming (or equivalent languages), written and oral communication skills, data analysis, outdoor work experience, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment.

A B.S. degree in General Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with some work experience in building systems. This is expected to be a 1-2 year position. At the conclusion of a successful term, interns may be considered for a staff position.

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

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.

Due to job requirements only U.S. Citizens capable of obtaining a clearance will be considered for this position.

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• 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)

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that 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. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Internal Applicants - Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity - Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit,…