Mechanical Systems Technician / Engineered Systems Technician 3/4
Los Alamos National Laboratory
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Job summary
Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a Mechanical Technician to support the Mechanical Design Engineering group for LANSCE accelerator maintenance and upgrades. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electro-mechanical equipment and assist with field work as needed.
Responsibilities include aligning magnets, supporting beamline work, and maintaining a spare parts inventory with comprehensive documentation in a safety-conscious environment at Los Alamos, NM.
Qualifications
- Associates degree in electromechanical/mechanical or vacuum technology with minimum 3 years relevant experience.
- Associates degree in a related field with 5+ years experience for higher level role.
- Strong teamwork and ability to work independently in a research setting.
- Proven experience with hand tools and shop tools and safe work practices.
- Experience in diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair LANSCE accelerator mechanical systems (magnets, components, structures).
- Support beamline alignment and tracking activities.
- Operate general shop tools and assemble/disassemble components as required.
- Order spare parts and maintain an on-line spares inventory and maintenance log.
- Provide crane, forklift, and MMH support and follow ALARA and safety requirements.
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Job description
This position is for technician support to the Mechanical Design Engineering (MDE) group's Mechanical Team. This team is seeking a motivated mechanical technician to support LANSCE accelerator maintenance and upgrade operations. Successful candidates will also support these maintenance and upgrade operations in the field as needed. Responsibilities of the MDE Mechanical Team include but are not limited to; troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment, electro‑mechanical equipment, and operation of general shop tools and equipment. The team supports custom fabrications and provides engineering solutions to complex problems. The team and team members must multi‑task to complete work for a variety of projects, order spare parts, maintain an on‑line spares inventory and a maintenance database.
The Mechanical Team also provides expert level support for crane, forklift and Mechanical Material Handling (MMH) operations around the site and laboratory. All members will be LANL qualified to perform crane and forklift operations.
This position will be filled at either the Engineered Systems Technician 3 or 4 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.
The successful candidate will join a team of technicians engaged in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of LANSCE accelerator mechanical systems. This includes magnets, critical components, and structural elements. The team is also responsible for accelerator beamline alignments and tracking. The activities of this team extend beyond the accelerator to the support of other projects requiring assemblies and dis‑assemblies.
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the successful candidate will need to provide demonstrated experience in alignment metrology. Skills working with Laser Alignment and Tracking systems and global reference systems are needed. Understanding of Reference Point Systems and Best‑fit Alignment techniques is necessary.
- Work successfully in a team environment and exhibit collaborative behavior.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic with ability to work independently with minimal oversite and as part of a team under both general and/or specific instruction.
- Demonstrated experience operating hand tools and shop tools, (i.e. saws, drivers, ladders, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with scientists, engineers, and technicians.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and a commitment to doing work safely and securely.
- Be capable and willing to work in radiation areas while adhering to ALARA principles.
- Demonstrated skills in using personal computers for word processing and spreadsheet data entry.
- Demonstrated ability to check, correct, and provide constructive feedback to designers and engineers.
- Performs design, construction, test, and checkout of test equipment and understands proper documentation, record keeping.
- Experience troubleshooting and implementing diagnostics techniques on a variety of mechanical, electrical, electro‑mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
- Ensures all work, materials, processes and final product meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements.
- Prepares required installation and/or repair documentation and maintains appropriate maintenance and repair logs.
- Monitors equipment efficiencies, including the determination of functional problems with test equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Proactively monitors equipment condition, logs, and diagnostics.
- Manages waste; identifies, labels and disposes of waste per required procedures; handles and stores hazardous materials in accordance with Laboratory and regulatory requirements.
- Uses advanced diagnostic tools under the direction of a senior technician.
- Assists senior technicians in developing and executing solutions to more complex technical issues. Independently develops solutions to routine technical problems of moderate scope and complexity. The individual will demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and repair problems on electro‑mechanical systems of moderate complexity using standard diagnostic equipment, while referencing to OEM provided drawings, diagrams, specifications, schematics, and manuals.
- Performs moderately complex installation, maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. Applies a variety of methods, procedures, and techniques to lay out, install, align, repair, overhaul, and maintain various types of machinery, equipment and/or systems.
- Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
- Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
- Demonstrated alignment metrology experience.
- Knowledge of various alignment techniques such as LASER Tracker and SpatialAnalyzer software.
- Perform design, construction, test and checkout of test equipment and understands proper documentation, record keeping. Recommends modifications to engineering designs as necessary.
- Conduct specialized bench‑top testing in a development mode and determines methods or actions to correct malfunctions or design problems.
- Lead collaboration efforts with other facility representatives as required to support the safety/reliability of equipment/systems.
- Is self‑motivated and can perform duties with minimal oversite.
- Uses advanced diagnostic tools with minimal direction from a senior technician.
- Develops solutions to technical problems of broad scope and complexity within the discipline. Applies knowledge of the job, and Laboratory policies and principles to complete a wide variety of tasks.
- Performs independent troubleshooting and diagnosis of failures or malfunctions in complex electro‑mechanical systems.
- Coordinates equipment shutdown, in accordance with LOTO policy. Identifies, and replaces or repairs defective components as well as performs installation of new equipment.
- Safely and securely works with classified and/or hazardous materials. Participates in classified and hazardous materials pre‑audits and audits.
- Responsible for the development or review of Integrated Work Documents (IWD), procedures, and work instructions. Coordinates hazard analysis team. Serves as the Person in Charge (PIC).
Associates degree in electromechanical/mechanical or vacuum technology and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Position requires an Associates' Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. (Laser Tracker Training, Portable and 3D software Training)
- Proven track record of contributing to high‑impact R&D projects through design, prototyping, and fabrication.
- Qualified crane and forklift operator.
- Experience in the fabrication of mechanical parts working from sketches, formal drawings, or oral instructions. Proficiency in the operational use of and calibration of optical tooling equipment, such as jig transits, sight levels, and theodolites.
- Design, fabrication, and/or maintenance of accelerator equipment.
- Possess active Q clearance.
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 2 year.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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