Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago
Manufacturing Engineer (R&D Engineer 1/2)
Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The successful candidate will support diverse engineering assignments within a manufacturing environment, ensuring that products meet technical and quality standards through engineering practices and principles.
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Responsibilities
Support diverse engineering assignments within a manufacturing environment
Support production agency requirements that require high formality of operations in the PF Mark Quality Manufacturing Center (MQMC)
Conduct new product review, integration and process development onto the manufacturing shop floor
Support new equipment installation and capability development throughout the division
Learn, support, and ensure that the diverse capabilities and resources necessary for the manufacture of product adhere to both the technical and quality related design requirements
Work directly with a diverse customer base, establishing priorities and providing oversight for incoming work and for other special projects
Serve as the primary interface between program and line management for small and less complex projects
Support equipment installations, maintenance, and operations
Qualification
Required
Working knowledge and experience supporting the manufacturing of products that meet the technical and quality standards set forth on the product definition through the application of engineering practices and principles
General familiarity with manufacturing processes, material selection, tooling development, welding, machining, and inspection
Working knowledge of CAD/CAM software, preferably CREO and Mastercam
Working knowledge applying engineering practices and principles supporting capability development within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of and experience in project management for technical or operational work, including the development of project plans, managing scope, schedule, and budget; and identifying and managing risks for projects of limited scope and complexity
Ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple projects and meeting deadlines
Strong writing ability and verbal communication skills required to independently prepare and present data and reports to peers, senior colleagues, management, and customers
Demonstrated record of dependability, reliability, and commitment to the long-term needs of the job duties and programmatic goals of the organization
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
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Previous experience supporting R&D CNC machining and inspection operations within a complex manufacturing environment
Experience using an ERP/MRP software, preferably JobBoss, within a manufacturing environment to document and control manufacturing processes
Demonstrated ability to estimate time and budget requirements to meet customer product specification
Knowledge or ASQ certifications in Quality Engineering, SPC, or Lean/Six Sigma manufacturing methodologies
Experience with materials having radioactive, toxic, pyrophoric, explosive, and/or other hazardous characteristics
Benefits
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)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
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