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Construction Field Engineer 2/3 - Plumbing & PipingLos Alamos National Laboratory • Los Alamos, NM
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Construction Field Engineer 2/3 - Plumbing & Piping

Construction Field Engineer 2/3 - Plumbing & Piping

Los Alamos National Laboratory • Los Alamos, NM
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What You Will DoAre you a talented and driven engineer looking to develop, maintain, and apply a diverse set of engineering capabilities to provide innovative engineering solutions? Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a skilled professional to join our Engineering Services (ES) Division as a Construction Field Engineer - Plumbing & Piping Subject Matter Expert (SME). As a vital member of the Institutional Project Delivery (IPD) team you will contribute to the implementation of the Conduct of Engineering (COE) program at LANL in support of systems, structure and component modifications and new installations, and will support nuclear, accelerator or non-nuclear facilities across 38 square miles of the Laboratory. If you're eager to support the Laboratory's scientific and national security mission, this opportunity is for you!This role serves as the critical link between Superintendents, Inspectors, Project Management, and Engineering Services to transform design concepts into reality. Leveraging deep construction expertise, you will help drive projects through scope and design definition, pre-construction planning, quality assurance, and on-site execution. Your work ensures every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety, consistently producing exceptional construction outcomes that meet design intent, comply with national codes and standards, and exceed user expectations.Note: This position will be filled at the Construction Engineer 2/Construction Engineer 3 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. This description is not intended to be a complete statement of every aspect of the position, but rather to act as a guide to the essential functions to be performed. Assigned functions of this job may vary, and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed at the discretion of management.Construction Engineer Level 2 ($87,800 - $143,000)Construction Support Responsibilities:
  • Stop work if continuing is unsafe or compromises security
  • Prepare checklists and other project documents
  • Prepare or direct the preparation of field material purchase requisitions, including estimating quantities and material takeoffs
  • Review work packages for completeness
  • Review project design and engineering documents to ensure completeness
  • Assist Construction Supervision in planning construction methods and procedures
  • Interpret design drawings and prepare construction field sketches
  • Field verify construction materials for compliance and storage requirements
  • Inspect construction work for compliance with drawings, specifications, and codes
  • Liaise between Construction and Engineering to resolve technical issues
  • Assist with review and coordination of RFI responses
  • Prepare field change request documentation and coordinate disposition through engineering
  • Maintain records of quantities and construction inspection work, and may prepare material and installation portions of subcontract bid packages
  • Provide quality oversight of installers on a periodic basis
  • Prepare daily progress reports and keep supervisors informed on assigned task progress
  • Monitor cost versus budget performance during construction
  • Verify construction work for compliance with drawings and specifications
  • Perform tracking of deficiencies for assigned projects
  • Assist in the generation of punch lists
  • Assist Senior Construction Engineers with their functions and perform other directed tasks
Construction Engineer Level 3 ($96,600 - $158,000)In addition to what was outlined at the level 2 position, at the level 3 position you will have the opportunity to:
  • Review project engineered design drawings, project related vendor drawings, and installation instructions for completeness and constructability
  • Prepare cost estimates
  • Assist with Start-up and Turnover
  • Direct and mentor Junior Construction Engineers in their functions and tasks
What You NeedMinimum Job Requirements:Construction Engineer 2:
  • This position requires effective professional communication experience and a strong working knowledge of construction planning and execution methodologies; modern construction means and methods; safety practices; and the maintenance/installation of commercial building and industrial process systems
  • Such expertise is typically developed through extensive on-the-job experience supporting the execution of commercial and industrial construction projects
  • and a recognized degree in engineering, construction management, or project management; or specialized coursework or training acknowledged by recognized certification or licensure
Additional Job Requirements for Construction Engineer 3:
  • Strong working knowledge of quality assurance systems; risk identification and mitigation; design control processes; and schedule recovery strategies
Education/Experience at Construction Engineer 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Scientific discipline from an accredited institution and a minimum of 5 years of extensive work experience leading to the thorough understanding of the knowledge described above; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or certifications.Education/Experience at Construction Engineer 3: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Scientific discipline from an accredited institution and a minimum of 8 years of extensive work experience leading to the thorough understanding of the knowledge described above; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or certifications.Desired Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience in the design, installation, and/or maintenance of plumbing & piping systems
  • Extensive experience in soldering, brazing, and/or welding piping systems
  • Documented completion of a nationally accredited apprenticeship program
  • Documented experience working as a journeyman and/or foreman
  • Documented experience in successfully managing construction personnel
  • Nationally accredited certification as a fire alarm, electrical, structural, mechanical, and/or plumbing Inspector
  • Professional experience with LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principles and procedures
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.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.
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