Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 1 day ago
Nuclear Systems Reliability Engineer
Livermore, CA, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$146K/yr - $223K/yrLawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is dedicated to advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security. They are seeking Nuclear Systems Reliability Engineers to apply advanced technical knowledge in support of projects in a nuclear facility, focusing on reliability and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems.
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Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Collaborate with team members to support and contribute to the analysis and testing of programmatic and nuclear facility equipment, including equipment vibration assessment, thermography, equipment operational data trending, deriving post-maintenance testing plans, writing testing procedures, and performing safety calculations
Provide engineering support for electrical power distribution, controls, instrumentation, and facility support systems, including system troubleshooting, condition monitoring, and post-maintenance testing
Support facility infrastructure systems (e.g., electrical distribution, HVAC, controls, alarms, and utility systems) to ensure reliability, maintainability, and alignment with nuclear safety and mission requirements
Apply reliability engineering principles across mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including development of maintenance strategies, system health assessments, and performance metrics
Work in conjunction with team members to provide engineering technical support for the troubleshooting, repair, modification, and operation of facility systems, utilities, and programmatic equipment
Contribute to and participate in the development of a predictive reliability program to ensure operational readiness and minimize downtime for critical systems, including power distribution, control systems, scientific tools & diagnostics, containment ventilation, cryogenic liquids, compressed gases, gloveboxes, and fire suppression
Assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive preventative maintenance plan that encompasses all facility and programmatic equipment within the Superblock
Participate in the implementation of a reliability-centered maintenance approach to maintenance activities to determine the optimal maintenance activity for each system and contribute to recommendations on system health and improvement through predictive maintenance
Prepare detailed condition assessment reports for engineering and facility management on overall system health and develop performance metrics for moderately complex condition-based and/or predictive maintenance
Perform Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Inspectability (RAMI) analysis, which is an engineering framework to assess and improve the overall performance and effectiveness of complex systems throughout their design and operational phases
Communicate and interface frequently with assigned engineers to ensure compliance with programmatic requirements
Select methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to obtain results based on analysis of multiple, largely identifiable factors
Perform other duties as assigned
Lead and/or provide technical guidance and direction in the development of project reliability plans for significant R&D projects, while also applying advanced level engineering knowledge, significant technical experience, and innovation to create mechanical solutions and resolve complex problems, while ensuring safety and compliance with DOE orders and specifications
Lead or provide technical direction for reliability and maintenance strategies across facility infrastructure systems, including electrical power distribution, controls, and integrated mechanical/electrical assets
Utilize Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), a strategic approach to maintenance that identifies and analyzes potential equipment failures to determine the most appropriate and cost-effective maintenance strategy for each specific asset
Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive, predictive maintenance plan that encompasses all equipment within the Superblock, and also includes a comprehensive master equipment list of facility and programmatic assets across multiple sites
Lead the development and implementation of key performance metrics in equipment operability, maintainability, and reliability
Lead corrective actions in response to off-normal events within the scope of equipment maintenance and repair
Evaluate and exert influence on the development, methods, resource needs, priorities, progress, and completion of project and organizational goals, providing recommendations and advice to project leadership as necessary
Qualification
Required
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, systems, or related engineering discipline or the equivalent combination of education and related experience
Demonstrated engineering aptitude as evidenced by past engineering, experimental, operational, or moderately complex troubleshooting or modification projects
Comprehensive knowledge of and experience developing or reviewing engineering calculations, specifications, drawings, or analyses, and contributing to design, modification, or upgrade decisions for engineered systems
Experience and familiarity with scientific or experimental systems, including high-vacuum systems, high-temperature systems, X-ray generating devices, laser systems, calorimeters, mechanical testers, fabrication equipment, etc., and a fundamental understanding of how these instruments function
Proficient ability to identify, develop and effectively communicate recommendations to facility, program, and senior management regarding equipment maintenance, including proven ability to successfully implement recommendations
Experience working in a highly configuration managed environment
Preferred
Active security clearance
Experience performing maintenance on scientific instruments, including high-vacuum systems, high-temperature systems, X-ray generating devices, laser systems, calorimeters, mechanical testers, fabrication equipment, etc., and a fundamental understanding of how these instruments function
Substantial experience and expertise in facility engineering and nuclear industry code compliance
Qualification as a Cognizant System Engineer in a nuclear facility
Familiarity with Nuclear Materials Control & Accountability principles, Radioactive & Hazardous Waste Management practices, and Nuclear Facility Quality Assurance and procurement practices
Experience supporting electrical or facility infrastructure systems in an industrial, research, or nuclear environment
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
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Greg Herweg
Chief Technology Officer
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David Shaughnessy
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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