What You Will Do

Use your electrical skills to do something truly remarkable. Los Alamos National Laboratory is looking for an advanced level, skilled Electrical Technician to join our Fabrication and Assembly Team. Our members often work in multiple disciplines and have the opportunity to learn new methods, as well as develop new techniques. This is truly a great opportunity to further your career in unique ways while contributing directly to national security.

The Automaton and Process Controls Group (E-3) is responsible for the design, development, and field support of data acquisition systems, process control systems, machine control systems, and safety systems used for the Plutonium Sustainment and The Advanced Recovery and Integrated Extraction System programs as well as a variety of additional programs throughout the Laboratory. This is a junior-level technician position. Principal responsibilities will be to design, develop, assemble and install electrical/electronic systems and control systems while following appropriate engineering standards. Some of these activities will be performed in the plutonium facility.

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.

Development and Fabrication Tec 3 $57,800 - $89,500

Successful applicants will perform the following duties in this position:

• Provide support in the areas of design, manufacturing, assembly and testing.

• Manage testing facilities and equipment.

• Provide support for collecting data and running tests.

• Interpret engineering drawings and provide knowledgeable input.

Development and Fabrication Tec 4 $69,500 - $110,300

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level, candidate will:

• Provide training in the areas of design, manufacturing, assembly and testing.

• Write safety procedures for tests and test equipment.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Electrical Technology

Working knowledge in electrical systems, electronics, engineering standards, and control systems. Experience and knowledge of equipment rack design, fabrication, assembly, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical/electronic/control systems. Ability to use standard shop tools such as soldering irons, crimpers, drills, punches etc., and to provide basic mechanical assembly of equipment racks.

Schematics

Knowledge and demonstrated experience reading/following mechanical and electrical schematics.

System Use and Maintenance

Familiar with the use of electronic test equipment (scopes, meters, etc.) for troubleshooting control systems.

Team Dynamics

Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse team of professional technicians, including the ability to leverage ingenuity, creativity, and personal independence to support multiple concurrent team tasks with changing programmatic priorities.

Communication

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Safety

Commitment in the areas of safety, security, quality, and environment.

Additional Job Requirements for Development and Fabrication Technician 4:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requ i res:

Electrical Technology

Advanced knowledge in electrical systems, electronics, engineering standards, and control systems. Experience and knowledge of equipment rack design, fabrication, assembly, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical/electronic/control systems. Knowledgeable of National Electrical Code installation and design requirements.

Schematics

Working knowledge and demonstrated experience reading/modifying/following mechanical and electrical schematics.

System Use and Maintenance

Demonstrated experience using and maintaining electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and/or hydraulic systems, including the ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems related to equipment/system usage and/or maintenance. Familiar with the use of electronic test equipment (scopes, meters, etc.) for troubleshooting control systems.

Education/Experience at lower level : Position requires an Associates' Degree and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience at higher level : Position requires an Associates' Degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable in the areas of programmable logic controller (PLC) design and installation, Human Machine Interface (HMI) operation, and communications protocols.

• Knowledge of the theory and operation of field transducers such as flowmeters, valves, thermocouples, etc.

• Knowledgeable of National Electrical Code installation and design requirements

• Experience with CAD design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical.

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, New Mexico. 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.

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.

Term position: Regular-status Laboratory employees applying for term-status positions may retain regular status with approval of the cognizant Principle Associate Director.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

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 or preference, 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 1-505-665-4444 option 1.