Diagnostics Systems Engineer (R&D Engineer 1/2)

About the Role

This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 1 or R&D Engineer 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional responsibilities will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. The Thermonuclear Plasma Physics group (P-4) is seeking an R&D Engineer to provide engineering support for the development, design, fabrication, and commissioning of advanced scientific instrumentation and diagnostics. Example equipment includes neutron imaging systems, gamma-ray detector systems, and gated x-ray detectors. These systems are fielded at facilities such as the National Ignition Facility, the Omega laser facility, the Z-Machine at Sandia National Laboratories, and the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center (LANSCE).

Responsibilities

R&D Engineer 1 ($96,600 - $158,000)

• Perform research, design, testing, and analysis to develop state-of-the-art scientific diagnostics for use in physics research.
• Interact with customers to communicate project status and review engineering designs.
• Oversee fabrication and assembly of diagnostic systems, which includes performing some hands-on work.
• Document results in formal engineering drawings, calculations, reports, technical journals, and presentations.

R&D Engineer 2 ($106,400 - $176,000)

• All responsibilities of R&D Engineer 1.
• Lead project tasks from concept through to completion.
• Oversee installation of diagnostic systems.
• Provide guidance to technologists, students, machinists, and other engineers.
• Interact with customers to develop project requirements.

Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements

• Experience in the design, fabrication, and assembly of electrical and mechanical devices.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using 3D parametric CAD software, such as Solidworks or Creo.
• Experience using finite element analysis software such as SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS.
• Ability to document project progress and/or completion in written reports, engineering drawings, formal calculations, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Ability to work productively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to perform hands-on work with hand, power, and machine tools in a productive manner while complying with ES&H requirements and while using appropriate administrative controls, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Q clearance which normally requires U.S. citizenship.

Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 2

• Experience with proper application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Ability to scope tasks within a project and define deliverables at task level.
• Ability to lead specific project tasks to meet scope, schedule, and budget.
• Ability to contribute to the completion of milestones on multiple projects.

Qualifications

Education/Experience at R&D Engineer 1 Level

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation. Candidates that meet the degree requirement, but who do not meet the two-year experience requirement, are encouraged to apply and may be considered for hire through an allowable variance.

Education/Experience at R&D Engineer 2 Level

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

Skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with precision fabrication techniques.
• Experience with precision measuring tools.
• Experience with LANL's Inertial Confinement Fusion/High Energy Density Physics program mission.
• Experience conducting scientific work while complying with ES&H requirements and using appropriate administrative controls, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment.
• Experience with the principles of electrical safety and knowledge of pressure systems.
• Active Q clearance which normally requires U.S. citizenship.

Location

The work location for this position is onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid maternity 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).

Pay

• R&D Engineer 1: $96,600 - $158,000
• R&D Engineer 2: $106,400 - $176,000

Note: A cover letter addressing the minimum and desired skills is required to be considered.