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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 1 day ago

Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1/2 (Mechanical Engineer)

positionLos Alamos, NM
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$94K/yr - $155K/yr
date2+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The Nuclear Facilities Engineer will support the operations of the Plutonium Facility, managing mechanical systems and collaborating with various teams to ensure optimal performance and continuous improvement.

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Responsibilities

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems
Knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of facility mechanical systems
Knowledge of analysis and calculations techniques to support engineered solutions
Ability to effectively communicate engineering solutions both verbally and written with management, customers, peers, and craft personnel
Experienced in evaluating and trending system health
Skilled in preparing and reviewing technical reports and studies to support and maintain the Technical Baseline for both new and existing facility systems
Effective collaborator with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals (e.g., resolving facility issues with Maintenance and Operations)
Demonstrated ability to develop design details, calculations, specifications, and special inspections that align with applicable design and nuclear safety requirements
Provides mentorship and guidance to engineering interns and early-career engineers
Familiarity with and working experience in with applicable codes and standards, including ASME B31.3 and B31.9
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Qualification

Troubleshooting mechanical systemsMechanical systems knowledgeEngineering design processTechnical report preparationSystem health evaluationNuclear safety requirementsASME codes familiarityCollaboration with teamsVibration analysis certificationThermography certificationLeak detection certificationNDE techniques certificationEffective communicationMentorship skillsWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skills

Required

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems
Knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of facility mechanical systems
Knowledge of analysis and calculations techniques to support engineered solutions
Ability to effectively communicate engineering solutions both verbally and written with management, customers, peers, and craft personnel
Working knowledge of Microsoft software products (i.e. Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, etc.)
Experienced in evaluating and trending system health
Skilled in preparing and reviewing technical reports and studies to support and maintain the Technical Baseline for both new and existing facility systems
Effective collaborator with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals (e.g., resolving facility issues with Maintenance and Operations)
Demonstrated ability to develop design details, calculations, specifications, and special inspections that align with applicable design and nuclear safety requirements
Provides mentorship and guidance to engineering interns and early-career engineers
Familiarity with and working experience in with applicable codes and standards, including ASME B31.3 and B31.9
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and 2 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above

Preferred

Certification in vibration analysis, thermography, leak detection, various NDE techniques, or other certifications relevant to mechanical system engineering
Knowledge of major commercial, industrial, or nuclear facility mechanical systems (i.e. HVAC, Compressed Air, Chilled Water, Cryogenic systems, etc.)
Knowledge of engineering design process and/or maintenance of facility related mechanical systems
Experience with supporting safety analyses and hazards evaluations
Demonstrated experience working in a highly regulated nuclear environment (DOE or NRC regulatory environment)
Active DOE Q-clearance

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

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Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
dateFounded in 1943
location
Los Alamos, New Mexico, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.lanl.gov

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant

Leadership Team

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Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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