Electrical System Engineer 1/2 (Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1/2)
Los Alamos National Laboratory
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Job summary
Qualifications
- Awareness of industry codes and standards.
- Ability to communicate engineering solutions effectively.
- Knowledge of low and medium voltage systems.
Responsibilities
- Support the Laboratory's mission as a subject matter expert in electrical engineering.
- Perform engineering studies for electrical safety and reliability.
- Collaborate with peers to design full-system solutions.
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Job description
This position will be filled at either Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1 or 2, 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.
The Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division (PFE-DO) and Confinement Ventilation Systems (PFE-CV) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) are seeking an Electrical System Engineer. Put your engineering talents to good use by joining our world‑class Engineering team. Our workforce thrives in an environment that values creativity and problem solving, where every idea and perspective is welcomed. This is your chance to make a real difference while working on important systems directly impacting national security.
- Support the Laboratory’s mission by serving as the subject matter expert for nuclear facility electrical engineering matters, including all aspects of electrical safety, power quality, power monitoring, critical power reliability/redundancy, building modifications, and development of new structures and equipment within and around the plutonium facility.
- Perform engineering studies such as short‑circuit, device coordination, equipment sizing, exterior lighting, fault current, arc flash for medium and low voltage equipment, demolition, installation, upgrades, and repairs.
- Possibly qualify as a Cognitive System Engineer (CSE) on one or more Vital Safety Systems (VSS) that support LANL Nuclear Facilities.
- In addition to the responsibilities of Engineer 1, work alongside junior and senior engineers (fire protection, structural, mechanical, and electrical) and other peers to complete collaborative full‑system design solutions through mentoring and leadership.
- Awareness of engineering work, planning, construction, control methods, and project/process engineering/management practices.
- Awareness of industry, regulatory, or national codes and standards; engineering principles and procedures; design guides; appropriate standards; and administrative practices.
- Knowledge of analysis and calculation techniques to support engineered solutions.
- Ability to communicate engineering solutions verbally and in writing with management, customers, peers, and maintenance personnel.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft software products (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.).
- Knowledge of engineering work, planning, construction, control methods, and project/process engineering/management practices.
- Demonstrated experience assisting with preparing technical reports and studies for technical baseline of new and existing facility structural systems.
- Experience collecting usage, process, safety, and other parameters of interest for structures, systems, or components.
- Experience assisting with design or analysis tasks and preparing design concepts that meet requirements.
- Experience assisting with developing design details, calculations, load studies, specifications, and special inspections that incorporate applicable design requirements.
- Experience evaluating and trending system health.
- Experience interfacing and coordinating with other engineering disciplines and the customer during design development.
- Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal.
Current registration as an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) is highly desirable.
Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years practical work experience to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Candidates that meet the degree requirement but do not meet the two‑year experience requirement may be considered for hire through an allowable variance.
Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years practical work experience. An advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired.
- Knowledge of controls related to equipment operation such as PLCs and relay control.
- Knowledge of low and medium voltage electrical systems in commercial, industrial, or nuclear facilities.
- Knowledge of the engineering design process and/or maintenance of low and medium voltage systems.
- Knowledge of codes and standards, including but not limited to NQA‑1, ISA, IBC, IEBC, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and NFPA 780.
- Experience supporting safety analyses and hazards evaluations.
- Experience using SKM software.
- Familiarity with LANL engineering processes and procedures.
General physical mobility: standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending.
Specific physical mobility: use of both hands, arms, legs, feet; carry/lift up to 20 pounds.
This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift or weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay. Shift or weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Work in a noisy environment near sources of ionizing and non‑ionizing radiation, near machinery with moving parts, overtime or an irregular schedule.
Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a continuous service period in their current position to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the laboratory. The position commitment is 1 year.
Due to federal restrictions 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—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 a 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)
- On‑site 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 the employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to U.S. citizens. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Position requires Q clearance. Selected applicants must be U.S. citizens, unless in extremely rare circumstances. Additional authorization for classified information may be required depending on the position.
This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 CFR Part 712.
- 712.11: Ongoing drug and alcohol testing and periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test and adheres to a substance abuse policy including random drug testing. Use or possession of marijuana remains illegal under federal law. A positive test will result in termination of employment.
Term status. Laboratory employees applying for regular‑status positions are converted to regular status.
Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the laboratory. Those who have not served the required period may only apply with documented approval of the Division Leader. Refer to Policy P701 for eligibility requirements.
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 committed to making its workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664‑6947, opt. 3.
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