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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 3 hours ago

Packaging R&D Engineer 1/2 (R&D Engineer 1/2)

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$104K/yr - $172K/yr

2+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated Packaging R&D Engineer 1/2 to join their Nuclear Materials and TRU Waste Shipping Group. The role involves evaluating radioactive materials, developing packaging processes, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Evaluate radioactive materials, tooling, and equipment to determine packaging requirements for NPI-7

Develop and implement new packaging processes for future shipping needs

Keep current on regulatory requirements and emerging technologies associated with packaging and transportation of radioactive materials

Assist in the development of technical products such as procedures and reports

Set direction and goals for well-defined tasks involving more than one person

Lead specific project tasks to meet scope, schedule, and budget

Provide peer review of the work of others across organizations or disciplines

Develop mentoring skills to mentor junior staff and peers in technical and professional growth

Qualification

Nuclear EngineeringRadiation ProtectionIntegrated Safety ManagementEngineering DesignTechnical DocumentationInterpersonal SkillsProject ManagementTeamwork

Required

Working knowledge in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: electrical, mechanical, nuclear or another R&D engineering field

Demonstrated knowledge of underlying principles related to radioactive decay processes, interaction of radiation and matter, and radiation protection

Demonstrated knowledge of the process for integrating safety into work practices by addressing all types of hazards to ensure safety for workers, the public, and the environment

Strong skills and initiative in organization, planning, teamwork, customer interactions, and interpersonal communications

Demonstrated ability to work productively on multiple tasks with minimal supervision

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

Demonstrated ability to develop technical products such as technical procedures and reports

Demonstrated experience in conducting engineering work while complying with ES&H requirements and using appropriate administrative controls, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment and while following conduct of operations principles

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