Designer/Drafter 2/3
Los Alamos National Laboratory
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Job summary
Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Designer/Drafter 2 or 3 to support tooling and equipment development for the Pit Technologies Division. This role involves CAD modeling and works closely with engineering and product support teams. Successful candidates will have a strong foundation in mechanical design and drafting principles.
Competitive salaries range from $54,900 to $103,600 based on experience. Join us in a dynamic environment aimed at providing innovative solutions in national security.
Qualifications
- 3 years of related design experience required for Designer/Drafter 2.
- Experience with mechanical, electro/mechanical or electrical design concepts.
- Ability to work on diverse teams and collaborate on designs.
Responsibilities
- Support the development of tooling and equipment for Pit Technologies.
- Work on CAD modeling and drafting for Category 2 nuclear facility.
- Collaborate with engineering, design, and fabrication teams.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
The Pit Technologies (PT) Division of Los Alamos National Laboratory is the operational group at the forefront of plutonium pit manufacturing and surveillance, enabling the modernization and continued stewardship of the United States' thermonuclear weapons stockpile. This position is assigned to the Tooling Design Team within (PT‑8) of PT Division. The team's primary mission is to design tooling and equipment for all aspects of the pit production flowsheet.
As a designer/drafter assigned to the Engineering and Product Support Group you will support the development of tooling and equipment for all Pit Technologies groups and operations, primarily through CAD modeling and drafting. You will work closely with other Pit Technologies product engineering, design, and fabrication personnel in a dynamic and collaborative work environment to supply your customers with timely and novel tooling designs that are fit for use in a Category 2 nuclear facility. You will be expected to work independently and be self‑directed in determining technical objectives of assignments, which you may complete without established procedures. Yet you will also work as a part of a high‑performing team, while contributing to continuous process improvement initiatives to better meet customer requirements.
As a designer/drafter 3, you will be expected to perform all of the functions of the lower level but with greater proficiency.
- Experience in use of computer‑aided drafting (CAD) and product data management (PDM) software tools used to produce models, drawings, layouts and sketches of components or systems
- Working‑level understanding of modeling and drawing drafting principles, application of standards, symbols, notes, GD&T on drawings and models to capture design intent
- Fundamental understanding of ASME, ANSI, AWS and related industry standards for addressing fit, form and function.
- Fundamental understanding of engineering, design, and drafting concepts related to a mechanical, electro/mechanical or electrical disciplines.
- Fundamental knowledge of principles for design, fabrication, assembly and fielding of components and mechanisms.
- Fundamental understanding of component and tool design, fixturing, printed circuit boards, schematics, and facility equipment
- Fundamental understanding of machine shop equipment like mill, lathe, drill press, welder and inspection equipment
- Fundamental understanding of engineering materials and their suitability for component design and manufacture.
- Ability to work on diverse teams, collaborating on novel designs from rough sketches with minimal guidance from a senior‑level technician.
- Intermediate level knowledge and proficiency in the above skills and knowledge areas.
Position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience, or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Position requires an Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 3 years of related experience, or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Creo Parametric and PDMLink.
- ASME GDTP Technologist Certification (ASME Y14.5‑2009) (higher level only)
- Active DOE “Q” clearance (or equivalent).
- Color discrimination
- Reading vision
- Ability to speak
- Ability to discriminate speech
- Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz)
- Sitting
- Climbing stairs
- Use of both hands
- Lifting 10-20 pounds
- Carrying 10-20 pounds
- Minimal domestic travel
The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
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.
Applicants must include a resume with a cover letter that addresses all of the minimum requirements of the position; any additional desired requirements should also be addressed.
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.
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)
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NCSA 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.
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.
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.
Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
Tyler Daniel: sdaniel@lanl.gov
Alex Wroblewski: alexwrob@lanl.gov
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