Controls Technologist (Research Technologist 1/2)

This position will be filled at either the Research Technologist 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate.

About the role

The Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division, Dual-Axis Radiographic Hydrodynamic Test (DARHT) Engineering Operations and Physics (J-6) Group is looking for a Controls Technician to work as a Research Technologist 1 or 2. This position is full-time, located at the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), and requires on-site work activities.

Responsibilities

• Support, troubleshoot, and maintain the dual axis electron beam accelerator's control systems
• Participate in the diagnosis of failures or malfunctions that occur in the hardware sections of the control system
• Take part in troubleshooting, repairing, or replacing equipment or systems using specialized equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions
• Participate in the documentation of existing and future control hardware systems and components
• This will include preparing required documents and interacting with computer aided drafters
• Participate in the design, construction, installation, testing, documentation, and operation of control system components of various test stands
• Adhere to the principles of Formality of Operations including Conduct of Operations, Conduct of Maintenance, Conduct of Engineering, and Conduct of Training

Requirements

• Demonstrated relevant experience working with Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls (EI&C) circuits
• Demonstrated self-starter and ability to complete tasks under minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to read, and understand complex schematics, including wiring, troubleshooting, and documenting
• Demonstrated experience at independent troubleshooting of Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls (EI&C) systems
• Demonstrated compliance of configuration management and adherence to formalized documentation
• Willing to acquire new skills and step out of comfort zone
• Must be able and willing to perform duties while working on ladders or elevated platforms

Qualifications

• Minimum Job Requirements: Demonstrated relevant experience working with Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls (EI&C) circuits. Demonstrated self-starter and ability to complete tasks under minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to read, and understand complex schematics, including wiring, troubleshooting, and documenting. Demonstrated experience at independent troubleshooting of Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls (EI&C) systems. Demonstrated compliance of configuration management and adherence to formalized documentation. Willing to acquire new skills and step out of comfort zone. Must be able and willing to perform duties while working on ladders or elevated platforms.
• Additional Job Requirements at the Research Technologist 2 level: In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires: Demonstrated ability to generate, read, and understand complex schematics, including wiring, troubleshooting, and documenting. Must have demonstrated experience working effectively as a team member on large projects as well as functioning independently on smaller assignments. Extensive experience and proficiency with common electronic tools and test equipment such as DVM's and oscilloscopes. Must have demonstrated experience working with PLCs, SCADA software and Industrial communication protocols

Pay

Research Technologist 1: $87,800 - $143,000
Research Technologist 2: $96,600 - $158,000

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

Not specified