Apply on Employer Site

Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 days ago

R&D Engineer 2/3 (Process Engineer)

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $211K/yr

4+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The selected candidate will provide technical support as a process/system engineer, focusing on developing and improving processes, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality management programs.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assures 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

Contributes to the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D initiatives

Applies and interprets, on a broad basis, existing discipline-specific engineering and scientific principles, techniques, methods and tools to provide solutions for a wide assortment of complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of causal relationships which are difficult to establish

Develops a technical approach and new methods or techniques, using creativity in applying standard practices and procedures, which lead to new or improved capabilities

Assists in the development of technical products such as journal papers and reports, the development of intellectual property

Sets direction and goals for well-defined tasks involving more than one person. Scopes tasks within a project and defines deliverables at task level. Leads specific project tasks to meet scope, schedule and budget

Actively participates in professional societies, National Nuclear Security Administration/Department of Energy complex interactions, special assignments. May participate in external working groups and/or assist in organizing meetings, and colloquia

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

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

Maintains state-of-the-art technical expertise and knowledge within discipline and develops new skills in related disciplines. Attains additional certifications and/or qualifications to grow in field, which may include more advanced educational degrees and/or a professional engineer license

Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment

Leads the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of novel engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D initiatives

Develops innovative advanced concepts, theories, methods, techniques and approaches to address specialized problems. May contribute to the development of industry standards

Develops new technical capabilities and creates opportunities to extend R&D engineering through the expansion of existing efforts

Leads the development of technical products such as journal papers, reports, presentations, and concept papers

Influences organizational, project, and program strategies and directions

Leads technical decision-making at task level within a project. Makes decisions and/or recommendations that influence the achievement of key programmatic objectives

Uses project assignments to further organizational goals. Develops and implements 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

Leads peer review of the work of others within his/her own organization and participates in peer review across organizations or disciplines

Actively mentors and trains junior staff

Develops and/or contributes ideas for new proposals and business development opportunities. Leads development of technical section of small to moderate proposals. Acquires internal/external funding for self

Contributes to developments in industry and develops new skills consistent with state-of-the-art. May attain additional certifications, qualifications, and/or recognition to grow in field

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementContinuous ImprovementTechnical WritingLeadershipSafety ComplianceQuality ManagementCommunicationTeamworkMentoring

Required

Experience in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: mechanical engineering; manufacturing engineering; machining engineering or other relevant fields

Intermediate knowledge of professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures, as demonstrated by experience researching, designing, analyzing, testing, verifying, and validating engineering solutions

Demonstrated experience performing a broad range of complex engineering work, including experience designing or reviewing a complete project, system, or component

Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing, system, and component testing operations

Demonstrated experience developing, codifying, and validating engineering requirements

Intermediate analytical thinking skills, as demonstrated by experience designing and executing experiments or tests, including the analyzation and interpretation of data

Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement concepts and tools

Demonstrated commitment to high quality and timeliness of deliverables

Demonstrated ability to work independently in high-intensity environments with coworkers representing a variety of technical backgrounds

Demonstrated ability to express detailed ideas clearly in ways that build understanding, respect, and trust, as demonstrated through presentations and publications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation

Thorough knowledge and experience in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: mechanical; materials science; chemical; metallurgical, or other R&D engineering field

Thorough knowledge and experience in designing; planning; and executing research and development projects

Thorough knowledge of professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures, as demonstrated by experience researching, designing, analyzing, testing, verifying, and validating engineering solutions

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing Laboratory or similar industry objectives and other statements of policy, practice, and/or procedure

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing Laboratory or similar industry policies affecting research and development activities, projects, and/or initiatives

Preferred

Knowledge or experience working in a manufacturing or production organization requiring implementation of defined manufacturing, testing and quality requirements

Experience in DOE/NNSA nonreactor nuclear facilities and radiological facilities or projects

Experience in project development, reporting, and presentations to management and sponsors

Active DOE 'Q' Clearance and enrollment in HRP

Advanced knowledge of DOE and LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principals and procedures