Applied Engineering Analyst (R&D Engineer 3 / 4)

Overview

PRRO is seeking Applied Engineering Analysts to provide engineering analysis support for all ALDWP / NPO production activities. This includes detailed process modeling of all production processes including metal refining, melting, casting, heat treat, forming, machining, and welding. Also included is comprehensive analytical support for the design and development of all production tooling, fixturing as well as new bespoke process equipment. The selected candidate will be responsible for detailed analyses that will cover a wide range of difficult problems requiring solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organizational objectives. The analysis tasks will span the spectrum from simple problems requiring classical hand calculations to highly sophisticated multi-physics problems requiring the utilization of state-of-the-art finite element methods with commercial computer codes. The analyst will be held accountable for completing and documenting work within the agreed upon cost and schedule. Additionally, the selected candidate will be expected to present their work for peer reviews and to be a peer reviewer for other engineers\' work.

We value diverse skills and experience, so don\'t hold back. Your specific qualification could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you\'re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we\'d love to hear from you.

Roles and Levels

This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 3 or R&D Engineer 4 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 R&D 4 level.

R&D Engineer 3

R&D Engineer 3 $125,200 - $211,300

At the R&D Engineer 3 level the selected candidate will be responsible for detailed analyses that will cover a wide range of difficult problems requiring solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organizational objectives. The analysis tasks will span the spectrum from simple problems requiring classical hand calculations to highly sophisticated multi-physics problems requiring the utilization of state-of-the-art finite element methods with commercial computer codes. The analyst will be held accountable for completing and documenting work within the agreed upon cost and schedule. Additionally, the selected candidate will be expected to present their work for peer reviews and to be a peer reviewer for other engineers\' work.

R&D Engineer 4

R&D Engineer 4 $150,300 - $260,800

In addition to what was outlined at the R&D Engineer 3 level, at the R&D Engineer 4 level you are expected to have a very high degree of relevant technical competence and be a recognized technical leader and / or leader of teams of engineering analysts. You will be required to provide technical leadership and oversight to members of an analysis team, interface with customers, and engage in strategic planning to advance LANL\'s capabilities. You will also be responsible for the comprehensive review and approval of all technical work produced by the analysts on your team. Mentoring of early career staff is mandatory at this R&D level.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements :

• Complete and thorough understanding of the finite element method, demonstrated expertise in complex modeling and simulation (e.g., structural, thermal, fluid, electromagnetic)
• Ability to build finite element models given component geometry from the ground up; knowledge of Abaqus CAE, Ansys SpaceClaim, or Creo Parametric 3D modeling software or similar modeling software
• Ability to set up, run, debug, validate and interpret results of finite element analysis
• Expertise with commercial applications such as Ansys, Abaqus, Comsol, and MatLab
• Strong documentation skills; demonstrated ability to document technical results in a formal method / format
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Expertise in applying fundamental techniques and engineering best practices

Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 4 : In addition to the minimum job requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires :

Education / Experience

Education / Experience for R&D Engineer 3 : Position requires a master\'s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution and 6 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education / Experience for R&D Engineer 4 : Position requires a master\'s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET accredited institution and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level a Ph.D. may be preferred.

Desired Qualifications

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.

Note to Applicants

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People\'s Republic of China—inclusive of 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 northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our benefits include :

Additional Details

Directive 206.2

Clearance : Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. Obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Additional access authorization may be required depending on the position.

HRP : This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 CFR Part 712. These requirements include ongoing drug and alcohol testing, and periodic medical and psychological evaluations.

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, it remains illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment.

Regular position : Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants : Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service may apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory.

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. The Laboratory is committed to accessibility and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for applicants. To request an accommodation, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.

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