Entry Level Nuclear Engineering Jobs in New Mexico

What You Will Do
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
This position will be filled at either the Job Title Lower/Higher level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Health Physicist 1 - $96,600 - $158.000
The Radiation Protection Division has a need for three operational Health Physicists (HP) supporting LANL programs and projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in the Technical Area (TA) 55 deployed Health Physics group. Facilities supported by this group include TA-55 and associated support facilities. Reporting to the RP-TA55 Radiation Protection Manager, the operational HP is responsible for ensuring the implementation of the Radiation Protection (RP) program while supporting work execution. Executing all manners of operational health physics/radiation safety under the direction of experienced Health Physicist(s), the HP will be able to perform most matters of operational health physics/radiation safety. Responsibilities will include: investigating radiation hazards in the full range of RP assignments; assisting in developing and implementing metrics to measure the effectiveness of the operational RP Program; assisting in developing, implementing and evaluating administrative and engineering controls to protect Laboratory personnel from radiological hazards; assisting in developing and implementing monitoring programs to measure the buildup of radioactive materials in the workplace; measuring the integrity of radiological engineering controls; and help ensure that RP concepts and policies are incorporated into Laboratory designs to protect workers, the public and the environment.
Health Physicist 2 - $106,400 - $176,000
In addition to experience needed for Health Physicist 1, candidates will provide mentoring to junior health physicists and RCT's in the performance of their work assignments. Apply experience in health physics to evaluate work activities and ensure adequate radiological controls are in place with minimal oversight from RP Manager. Independently develop and review radiological work permits for technical accuracy. Be able to interface with facility operations managers and a diverse group of trades in order to aid in operational readiness by addressing worker concerns in a timely and professional manner. Aid RP manager in the oversight of high-risk radiological evolutions to ensure work is accomplished in a safe and compliant manner.
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:

• Entry level knowledge of Health Physics principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
• Interpret LANL and industry regulation guidance to determine LANL or facility compliance with regulations.
• Under general supervision, provide radiological safety-related support to programmatic and facilities missions and milestones.
• Under general supervision, act as a technical SME for operational health physics programs, e.g. air monitoring, radiological engineering controls; metrics, etc.
• Entry-level experience responding to radiological incidents and emergencies.
• Entry-level experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting radiological safety/protection.
• Entry-level skills to conceptualize and communicate fundamental elements of radiological safety/protection to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Entry-level skills in the preparation and presentation of radiological safety/protection reports.

Additional Job Requirements for higher level title
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

• Working knowledge of Health Physics principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of operational Health Physics including contamination control, external exposure control, airborne radioactivity monitoring.
• Ability to conceptualize and communicate fundamental elements of radiological safety/protection to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to prepare and present radiological safety/protection reports
• Experience responding to radiological incidents and emergencies.
• 1 year nuclear experience

Education/Experience for Health Physicist 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering or Physical Science, and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience for Health Physicist 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Physical Science, and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

DOE O.426.2A: Requires a Bachelor's Degree, 2 years of job related experience, and 1 year of Nuclear experience.
Desired Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of actinide processing health physics.
• Working knowledge of air monitoring and contamination control, including containment tents and glove bags.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• At least one year working in a Nuclear Facility.
• Active Q clearance

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Depth perception, binocular vision, reading vision, ability to speak, ability to discriminate speech, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz), standing, walking, use stairs, fixed ladders and ladders up to six feet, ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds, and ability to wear respiratory/protective equipment.
Work Schedule: This position is for SHIFT work. This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

Work Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

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:
This position is for SHIFT work. This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager
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.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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 applicable federal, state and local 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 a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.