Engineering Post-Bachelors position in spectroscopy and material science

About the Role

The Physical and Chemical Spectroscopy Group in the Chemistry Division (C-PCS) is seeking an outstanding post-bachelors student with a STEM science degree to join experimental efforts in spectroscopy of molecular systems. The C-PCS Group collaborates with a diverse range of customers on research projects spanning basic R&D, device creation, and applied missions.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain field-deployable liquid and gas spectroscopy systems.
• Work with pressure systems, hand tools, and machining tools.
• Develop LABVIEW-based (or similar) programs to control systems and monitor/save relevant data.
• Perform data analysis and contribute to written reports and presentations.
• Deploy systems with the team for field tests, both on and off-site, with the ability to make small alterations during experiments.

Requirements

• Experimental background in pressure systems, fluid systems, or similar transferable skills.
• Familiarity with hand and machining tools.
• B.S. degree in General Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with some work experience in building systems.
• U.S. citizenship (required for obtaining a security clearance).

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with pressure systems, LABVIEW, and/or Python programming (or equivalent languages).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Data analysis experience.
• Outdoor work experience.
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment.

Additional Details

This is a 1-2 year position. At the conclusion of a successful term, interns may be considered for a staff position. Work location is onsite in Los Alamos, NM. Due to federal restrictions, citizens of the People’s Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), Iran, North Korea, and the Russian Federation who are not Lawful Permanent Residents are ineligible for this position.

Position does not require a security clearance, but selected candidates will undergo drug testing and pre-employment background checks. The Laboratory maintains a substance abuse policy, including random drug testing. Federal law prohibits marijuana use, even if legalized by state law.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with a 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 paid time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages (for candidates outside a 50-mile radius).

Work Location

Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science for national security.