Engineer Plutonium Jobs (NOW HIRING)

What You Will Do
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
The Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division (PFE-DO) and Waste Facilities (PFE-WF) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) are seeking an Architectural Engineer. Put your engineering talents to good use by joining our world-class Engineering team! Our workforce thrives in an environment that values creativity and problem solving, where every idea and perspective is welcomed. This is your chance to make a real difference while working on important systems directly impacting national security.
As the successful candidate, you will join the Plutonium Facilities Engineering team designing, maintaining and upgrading facility architectural and structural systems and components at nuclear waste processing, storage and characterization facilities on the LANL campus. You will be expected to develop design details, structural analysis calculations, specifications, and special inspections that incorporate applicable design requirements, including nuclear safety requirements, into new facility designs as well as modifications to existing facilities.
Additionally, architectural aspects of facility design and modifications will require your input on aspects of emergency egress and space planning in order to keep the occupants safe and productive.
Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1 ($96,600 - $158,000)
Within this job, successful candidates will have the opportunity to support the Laboratory's mission by renovating rooms, modifying buildings and structures, and developing new structures within and around the plutonium facility.
Often within this role, architectural engineers will be evaluating the placement of specialized mechanical, electrical and material processing equipment and specifying its support and/or anchorage within the building. Additionally, they will be expected to provide support to Operations and Maintenance groups within the facility to ensure architectural, structural and related building systems are performing as expected, as well as ensuring physical systems, structures and components, and the related documentation are in alignment with nuclear safety, building code, life safety code and other requirements.

Nuclear Facilities Engineer 2 ($106,400 - $176,000)
In addition to the description above, engineers in this position will work alongside junior and senior engineers (e.g., fire protection, structural, mechanical, and electrical) and other peers in team settings to complete collaborative full-system design solutions through mentoring and leadership. At this level, familiarity with and prior use of building and life-safety codes, such as ICC IBC, IEBC and NFPA 101 is expected.

What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of new and existing non-reactor facility structural engineering systems and calculations, applications of engineering methods.
• Knowledge of computer-aided engineering tools such as 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM, specifically Autodesk Revit).
• Knowledge of engineering work, planning, construction, and control methods.
• Knowledge of engineering maintenance techniques and construction methodologies.
• Knowledge of basic architectural concepts of space planning, occupancy requirements, ergonomics.

Additional Job Requirements for Nuclear Facilities Engineer 2:

• Knowledge of industry, regulatory, or national, and Department of Energy codes and standards including IBC, AISC 360, ACI 318, ASCE 7, and DOE-STD 1020.
• Knowledge of Engineering principles and procedures, design guides, appropriate standards, and administrative practices.
• Knowledge of project and process engineering practices.
• Advanced knowledge of and prior use of IBC, IEBC and NFPA 101.

Training/Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification with commitment to obtain PE is highly desirable. Professional Architect licensure may be beneficial depending on facility requirements.
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Architectural Engineering is preferred) and a minimum of 2 years practical work experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. 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 higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Architectural Engineering is preferred) and a minimum of 3 years practical work experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above.
Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with safety-critical systems in regulated industries.
• Operations and maintenance environment experience.
• Facility modification and retrofit projects.
• Structural analysis experience in any of the following: SAP 2000, GT STRUDL, RISA, STAAD, or equal.
• Working experience Autodesk Revit or similar BIM software package.
• Knowledge of Building Systems Design processes (i.e. MEP, Control Systems, HVAC).
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOE standards applicable to structural design implementation.
• Familiarity with LANL engineering processes and procedures.

Work Environment: Work in a noisy environment, work near sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, work near machinery with moving parts, working overtime or an irregular schedule.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees maybe eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager. #ShiftWork
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: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*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.
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. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
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, 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 1-505-664-6947 option 2.