LAB-0P4931.Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Description
Job Title LAB-0P4931.Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1
Location Las Vegas, NV, US
Organization Name NCERC/National Criticality Experiments Research Center
Minimum Salary 92300
Maximum Salary 151000
What You Will Do
The National Criticality Experiments Research Center Facility Operations (NCERC-FO) is seeking motivated and qualified candidates to fill the position of Nuclear Facility Engineer. The NCERC-FO division supports the execution of subcritical and critical experiments, measurements, and training at the National Criticality Experiments Research Center (NCERC) located at the Device Assembly Facility at the Nevada Nuclear Security Site. We are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the critical assemblies as well as managing the substantial inventory of material used in testing and experimental campaigns. NCERC operates four criticality assemblies that can be broadly categorized as benchmark, fast-burst, and general-purpose assemblies. These assemblies provide the capability to perform critical, subcritical, and fundamental physics measurements.
The Nuclear Facility Engineer position will support LANL project, engineering, and maintenance activities at NCERC in Las Vegas, Nevada, perform Fissionable Material Handling duties, and provide miscellaneous support services in a Hazard Category 2 Nuclear Facility.
In this role, the Nuclear Facility Engineer's core responsibilities include:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Knowledge
Communication
Collaboration and Prioritization
Clearance
Education: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and 2 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired. Current registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) is highly desirable.
Desired Qualifications
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located at the Nevada Nuclear Security Site. All work locations are at the discretion of management
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: This position requires a DOE Q-Clearance and HRP certification. This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regula on, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-50 5-665-4444 option 1.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Evans, Anissa Diane
Email aevans@lanl.gov
Work Telephone
Job Title LAB-0P4931.Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1
Location Las Vegas, NV, US
Organization Name NCERC/National Criticality Experiments Research Center
Minimum Salary 92300
Maximum Salary 151000
What You Will Do
The National Criticality Experiments Research Center Facility Operations (NCERC-FO) is seeking motivated and qualified candidates to fill the position of Nuclear Facility Engineer. The NCERC-FO division supports the execution of subcritical and critical experiments, measurements, and training at the National Criticality Experiments Research Center (NCERC) located at the Device Assembly Facility at the Nevada Nuclear Security Site. We are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the critical assemblies as well as managing the substantial inventory of material used in testing and experimental campaigns. NCERC operates four criticality assemblies that can be broadly categorized as benchmark, fast-burst, and general-purpose assemblies. These assemblies provide the capability to perform critical, subcritical, and fundamental physics measurements.
The Nuclear Facility Engineer position will support LANL project, engineering, and maintenance activities at NCERC in Las Vegas, Nevada, perform Fissionable Material Handling duties, and provide miscellaneous support services in a Hazard Category 2 Nuclear Facility.
In this role, the Nuclear Facility Engineer's core responsibilities include:
- Assist NCERC systems engineers in design and operations documentation.
- Support nuclear operations through preparation and staging of experimental equipment.
- Execute hands-on manipulation of special nuclear material, maintenance of critical assembly machines, and equipment setup in support of future operations.
- Perform various project support tasks to include decontamination activities, escorting customers and visitors, etc.
- Coordinate NCERC activities with adjacent organizations, synchronizing schedules for maximum efficiency.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Knowledge
- Knowledge in the areas of mechanical, electrical, and/or nuclear engineering.
- Ability to perform hands-on activities related to equipment testing and maintenance.
Communication
- Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to colleagues, management, and sponsors.
Collaboration and Prioritization
- Demonstrated ability to integrate multiple project schedules into an executable plan with respect to personnel, equipment, and facility availability.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and make decisions, solve problems, exercise good judgment, work under time constraints, work with minimal supervision and prioritize workload.
Clearance
- Ability to obtain a Q clearance. Obtaining a Q clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by, or on behalf of, the Federal Government for access to classified matter.
Education: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and 2 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired. Current registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) is highly desirable.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with project management.
- Experience developing detailed schedules
- Active Q clearance.
- Experience working within a nuclear facility.
- Experience developing security plans.job description here.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located at the Nevada Nuclear Security Site. All work locations are at the discretion of management
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: This position requires a DOE Q-Clearance and HRP certification. This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- 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)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regula on, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-50 5-665-4444 option 1.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Evans, Anissa Diane
Email aevans@lanl.gov
Work Telephone
JOB SUMMARY
LAB-0P4931.Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1Los Alamos National Laboratory
Las Vegas
7 days ago
N/A
Full-time