Mechanical Designer/Drafter 4/5

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 73,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or High-Deductible medical

Dental and Vision insurance

Free basic life and disability

Paid childbirth and parental leave

401(k) with 6% matching, 3.5% annual

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and PTO

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking Designers/Drafters to translate customer needs into practical designs from concept through fabrication and documentation, working with a multidisciplinary team in mechanical and thermal engineering. The role supports national security missions and offers growth across two levels.

Designer/Drafter 4 focuses on independent handling of large projects; Designer/Drafter 5 may lead small teams and set design direction, applying Creo CAD and GD&T with advanced

Qualifications

• CAD engineering proficiency demonstrated with Creo CAD software to generate models, drawings and assemblies.
• GD&T knowledge applied to designs and tolerance analyses.
• Mechanical design expertise in assembling complete design packages for complex systems.
• Effective communication across levels and with customers; clear written and oral reporting.
• Self-leadership with ability to work independently under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to translate requirements into practical design solutions from concept to fabrication.
• Contribute to design reviews and resolve issues with stakeholders, applying standards and product data management.
• Lead or support projects, plan fabrication and maintenance requirements, and ensure documentation completeness.

Job description

Where You Will Do

What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Designer/Drafter 4 or Designer/Drafter 5 level, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Additional responsibilities will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Mechanical and Thermal Engineering (E-1) Group is seeking motivated, experienced Designers/Drafters to collaborate with engineers, scientists, engineering technologists, and other technical staff on challenging mechanical and thermal engineering projects. As a mechanical Designer/Drafter with E-1, you will help translate customer needs and engineering requirements into practical design solutions, contributing to activities ranging from initial concept development through detailed design, readiness for fabrication and integration, and supporting technical documentation. Project assignments will reflect your skills and experience and the needs of the group. Our selected candidate will play an important role in helping E-1 develop and deliver engineering solutions that support national security missions. You will work in a dynamic environment with multidisciplinary teams who are experts in specialized engineering support, mechanical design, thermal and fluid analysis, experimental testing, and systems development.

Mechanical Designer/Drafter 4 ($72,800- $115,400)

Expertly uses 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software to create models, drawings, layouts, concepts, and complete design packages for complex components and assemblies. Independently structures large projects, applies design standards and engineering concepts, performs complex fit, form, and function calculations, and defines fabrication and assembly requirements. Resolves issues through design reviews and collaboration with engineers and stakeholders, applies advanced product data or configuration management skills, and may serve as a subject matter expert for design improvements.

Mechanical Designer/Drafter 5 ($87,800 - $143,000)

Uses master-level 3D computer-aided design (CAD) skills to create models, drawings, layouts, concepts, and complete design packages for complex components, assemblies, facilities, equipment, and systems. Independently, structures large projects, applies expert-level knowledge of industry standards and engineering concepts, performs complex fit, form, and function calculations, and plans fabrication, assembly, construction, operation, schedule, and maintenance requirements. Leading role in design reviews and collaborates with engineers and stakeholders to resolve issues involving hardware design, fabrication, assembly, and testing; applies advanced product data or configuration management skills; and may serve as a team lead and subject matter expert for process or product improvements.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Computer Aided Design (CAD) Demonstrated ability to expertly use Creo CAD software packages to generate models, assemblies and drawings for complex mechanical designs. Demonstrated knowledge of applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to designs.

Mechanical Design Demonstrated ability to assemble complete design packages for complex mechanical assemblies and systems. Knowledge and application of design standards.

Communication Experience interacting with all levels of personnel and customers in a collaborative work environment that promotes diversity and is respectful of different technical backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly in a variety of communication mediums including oral and written presentations and reports.

Self-Leadership Demonstrated ability to work independently, under minimal supervision while organizing, prioritizing and following through on multiple tasks to completion under strict deadlines and changing priorities.

Additional Job Requirements for Mechanical Designer/Drafter 5:

Leadership Demonstrated ability to lead small project teams, providing technical leadership and oversight in planning and execution.

Advanced Design Solutions Demonstrated ability to perform calculations in support of unique mechanical design solutions

Education/Experience for Designer/Drafter 4: Position requires an Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience for Designer/Drafter 5: Position requires an Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• GD&T certification
• Experience with Model-based definition (MBD)
• Product data management (PDM) user/administrator experience
• Creo Simulate or other engineering analysis software experience
• Demonstrated experience with fabrication and assembly methods
• Familiarity with Laboratory equipment, procedures, and operations
• Active DOE Q Clearance, which normally requires US citizenship

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 2 years.

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.

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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

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 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 [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.