Engineering Technologist

TechSource; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Salas O'Brien in Los Alamos, NM is seeking an Engineering Technologist to support the Scorpius project. You will assist engineers and technicians with assembly, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of complex accelerator systems and equipment.

You will translate engineering requirements into field-ready work, resolve technical issues, and ensure changes are accurately communicated and documented, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet safety and quality

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, mechanical technology, electrical technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience documenting field changes, test results, equipment conditions, or technical work activities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical procedures.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, controls, or integrated equipment systems preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Experience in DOE, national laboratory, accelerator, high-hazard, or other highly regulated environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and technicians with assembly, installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Scorpius systems and equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and technical documentation to support field execution.
• Assist with design updates, redlines, configuration changes, and as-built documentation based on field conditions and engineering direction.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, technicians, and other project teams to communicate technical changes and resolve issues.
• Collect measurements, test data, inspection results, and other technical information to support engineering evaluations.
• Support equipment readiness, work planning, system integration, and turnover activities.
• Identify field issues and provide practical feedback to improve designs, procedures, manufacturability, installation, and maintainability.
• Perform work in accordance with project procedures, quality requirements, and applicable safety standards.

Skills

Reading drawings & schematics

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor in engineering technology

Associates of Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Engineering Technologist

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career-and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

TechSource is seeking an Engineering Technologist to support the Scorpius project in Los Alamos, New Mexico. This role works closely with engineers and technicians to support the development, assembly, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of complex accelerator systems and equipment. The Engineering Technologist will help translate engineering requirements into field-ready work, resolve technical issues, and ensure changes are accurately communicated and documented.

Responsibilities:

• Support engineers and technicians with assembly, installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Scorpius systems and equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and technical documentation to support field execution.
• Assist with design updates, redlines, configuration changes, and as-built documentation based on field conditions and engineering direction.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, technicians, and other project teams to communicate technical changes and resolve issues.
• Collect measurements, test data, inspection results, and other technical information to support engineering evaluations.
• Support equipment readiness, work planning, system integration, and turnover activities.
• Identify field issues and provide practical feedback to improve designs, procedures, manufacturability, installation, and maintainability.
• Perform work in accordance with project procedures, quality requirements, and applicable safety standards.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, mechanical technology, electrical technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, testing, maintenance, construction, or technical field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical procedures.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, controls, or integrated equipment systems preferred.
• Experience documenting field changes, test results, equipment conditions, or technical work activities.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Experience in DOE, national laboratory, accelerator, high-hazard, or other highly regulated environments is preferred.

Travel:

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $80,000 - $130,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Education

Associates of Engineering (preferred)

Experience

Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, mechanical technology, electrical technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience. (preferred)

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