Engineering Technician V - Electro-Mechanical (NWS 00859)

About the role

North Wind Services (NWS) is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician V – Electro-Mechanical to support the National Ignition Facility (NIF) at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in Livermore, CA. The position involves technical support and daily operations with the Laser Bay Transport and Handling group, as well as supporting the NIF Sustainment Project.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and conduct daily operations with the Laser Bay Transport and Handling group to exchange and replace laser bay line replaceable units (LRU’s).
• Play a critical role in supporting the NIF Sustainment Project by taking part in the reconfiguration of the laser bay transport support equipment.
• Take part in the disassembly, upgrade, and building of complex mechanical components and systems.
• Operate and interpret readings from test and diagnostic equipment (such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, current meters, meggers, motorized wire pulling equipment) and use a variety of power tools and hand tools to troubleshoot, install, and maintain electro-mechanical systems.
• Train and qualify for beampath access and entry, and for hoisting and rigging of Amplifier and Beam Transport Line Replaceable Units in support of NIF shot operations.
• Perform mechanical inspections, corrective and preventive maintenance, and installation projects.
• Prepare and maintain standard logs, records, and reports on facility, utility, and equipment status, maintenance activities, and system performance.
• Work independently and in a cohesive work team with a variety of disciplines, take and implement technical data, and provide constructive feedback to assist in meeting the high-quality expectations of NIF.
• Support various large complex Electro-mechanical systems and associated equipment.

Requirements

• US Citizen
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy
• Pass various on-site training modules to pursue work assignments

Qualifications

• A.A. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
• Demonstrated physical hands-on experience as it relates to facilities installation, operations, maintenance, and repair
• Demonstrated attention to detail focusing on quality of work
• Knowledge of analytical tools for simulating facility and utility systems
• Proficient in the use of all tools used for installation, testing and the repair of facility and utility systems, including facility/utility specialty air systems
• Experience anticipating, identifying and resolving facility and utility problems
• Experience and knowledge of LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) processes and safety codes
• Ability to work from detailed drawings and blueprints
• Excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to work independently or as a team member, working and interacting well with internal and external customers
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary, dynamic environment under tight time constraints
• Medically qualified to wear respiratory and protective equipment
• Ability to work scheduled as well as emergency overtime work
• Ability to work in confined spaces and perform physical requirements of job including frequent twisting and pulling

Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Solid understanding of both electrical and mechanical systems, including AC/DC motors, sensors, pneumatics, and basic control circuits
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Benefits

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees.