Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago
Welding/Brazing R&D Engineer 3
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The Sigma Division is seeking a Research and Development Engineer with a background in Metallurgy or Welding to lead innovative research projects and support diverse programs in high energy density welding and joining processes.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Have a demonstrated record of success managing R&D from ideation through completion
Be a recognized industry expert on one or more metal joining processes or related techniques
Experience Leading research and development activities in the areas of high energy density welding, vacuum furnace/induction brazing, semi-automatic and manual arc welding, or related computational modeling efforts
Past experience developing and implementing project management plans, including scope, schedule, and budget, for small to moderate projects and/or major project tasks. Defines deliverables at the project or major task level
Experience leading integrated, cross disciplinary teams to design and fabricate experimental assemblies aligned with customer needs
Lead in the development of new methods, techniques or approaches to address critical technical problems
Provide high energy density welding/brazing/arc welding expertise and support for production agency needs
Develop innovative welding solutions to meet customer requirements applying specialized, state-of-the-art engineering and scientific principles
Have authored technical reports and papers for publishing in peer-reviewed technical journals
Experience leading proposal writing efforts for both internal and external R&D funding opportunities to acquire funding for self and others
Experience leading the procurement of new equipment including developing equipment specifications and influences organizational strategies regarding capability investments
Experience with working with vendors to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and equipment in the facility
Serve as a primary interface between the engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure production and research objectives are met. Uses project assignments to further organizational goals
Actively mentors and trains junior staff, postdoctoral associates, or students on research or manufacturing projects
Actively participate in professional societies, complex interactions, special assignments, internal working groups and/or external special interest groups
Shown to lead peer reviews of the work of others across organizations or disciplines
Has formal training or hands-on experience in any of the following areas: arc welding (gas tungsten or gas metal arc welding), brazing, solid state welding, other welding/joining methods, heat treatment, casting, machining, forging, and/or other metal fabrication using manual or computer numerically controlled equipment
Experience with safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security
Experience fostering a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
Qualification
Required
Have a demonstrated record of success managing R&D from ideation through completion
Be a recognized industry expert on one or more metal joining processes or related techniques
Experience Leading research and development activities in the areas of high energy density welding, vacuum furnace/induction brazing, semi-automatic and manual arc welding, or related computational modeling efforts
Past experience developing and implementing project management plans, including scope, schedule, and budget, for small to moderate projects and/or major project tasks. Defines deliverables at the project or major task level
Experience leading integrated, cross disciplinary teams to design and fabricate experimental assemblies aligned with customer needs
Lead in the development of new methods, techniques or approaches to address critical technical problems
Provide high energy density welding/brazing/arc welding expertise and support for production agency needs
Develop innovative welding solutions to meet customer requirements applying specialized, state-of-the-art engineering and scientific principles
Have authored technical reports and papers for publishing in peer-reviewed technical journals
Experience leading proposal writing efforts for both internal and external R&D funding opportunities to acquire funding for self and others
Experience leading the procurement of new equipment including developing equipment specifications and influences organizational strategies regarding capability investments
Experience with working with vendors to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and equipment in the facility
Serve as a primary interface between the engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure production and research objectives are met. Uses project assignments to further organizational goals
Actively mentors and trains junior staff, postdoctoral associates, or students on research or manufacturing projects
Actively participate in professional societies, complex interactions, special assignments, internal working groups and/or external special interest groups
Shown to lead peer reviews of the work of others across organizations or disciplines
Has formal training or hands-on experience in any of the following areas: arc welding (gas tungsten or gas metal arc welding), brazing, solid state welding, other welding/joining methods, heat treatment, casting, machining, forging, and/or other metal fabrication using manual or computer numerically controlled equipment
Experience with safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security
Experience fostering a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
Position requires a Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 6 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level a Ph.D. may be preferred
Preferred
Experience navigating DOE program R&D projects requirements
Experience applying advanced engineering simulations or modeling to production environments
Experience with computer data acquisition systems or the advanced application of sensor technologies on welding or additive manufacturing equipment
Drafting or computer-aided design software experience
Experience working with radiological or hazardous materials
Experience with process qualification and certification methods, including industry standard practices
Experience with weld evaluation including destructive testing and mechanical testing
Experience with non-destructive testing, visual inspection, and metallurgical characterization techniques
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
10001+ employees
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
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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