Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 21 hours ago
Mechanical Technologist/Sr. Mechanical Technologist - Nuclear Materials Engineering
Livermore, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$43.55/hr - $63.97/hrLawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is an innovative institution advancing science and technology for U.S. security and global stability. They are seeking Mechanical Technologists/Sr. Mechanical Technologists to support engineering evaluations and experiments, involving fabrication and assembly of mechanical components, including work with radioactive materials.
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Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide general technical support to engineering, scientific, and technical staff to plan and conduct experiments at LLNL and other off-site locations
Design, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble moderately complex mechanical components and systems, using work control process and procedure requirements
Operate mechanical diagnostic equipment, maintain area controls, assist with mechanical diagnostic calibration and alignment, test prior to experiment execution, and perform data recovery after experiment execution
Apply knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes in solving mechanical problems
Maintain systems documentation and experimental records
Perform facility related and technical functions such as maintenance, testing, upgrades to equipment control, and interlock systems checks
Responsible for ensuring that support and experimental areas are kept clean, uncluttered, and in a state of readiness
Perform other duties as assigned
Provide advanced technical assembly and disassembly support of complex systems
Participate in project, facility, and experimental design reviews, providing input to the assembly task
Design, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble complex mechanical components and systems including planning and selecting materials, equipment, and methods
Qualification
Required
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
Associate degree in Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and related experience
Experience with mechanical diagnostic equipment, maintaining area controls, assisting with mechanical diagnostic calibration and alignment, testing prior to experiment execution, and performing data recovery after experiment execution
Ability to read and follow engineering notes, sketches, and drawings
Experience in mechanical fabrication and assembly. Knowledge of engineering hardware design and testing processes
Experience in general machining processes with the ability to operate hand/power tools
Ability to lift 30 lbs in a safe and controlled manner
Ability to become medically qualified to wear respiratory and other protective equipment and perform moderate work effort while wearing respirators
Preferred
High level technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures
Ability to read and follow complex assembly procedures, engineering notes, sketches, and engineering drawings
Extensive experience working on a technical project team and providing technical direction to others
Benefits
Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (•depending on project needs)
Company
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a national security laboratory, provides transformational solutions to national security challenges.
Founded in 1952
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.4MKey Investors
ARPA-EUS Department of EnergyDARPA
2023-11-21Grant
2023-08-14Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
G
Greg Herweg
Chief Technology Officer
D
David Shaughnessy
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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