Nuclear Facilities Engineer III — Structural & Vital Safety

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 128,000 - 266,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or high deductible medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

Job summary

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking a Nuclear Facilities Engineer to support plutonium operations. This role encompasses lead engineering activities for nuclear facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and mission requirements. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with a minimum of 6 years experience.

Key responsibilities include leading structural design and analysis efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of industrial facility systems design, operation, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of structural engineering systems, analysis methods, and calculations applicable to nuclear or industrial facilities.
• Ability to perform and evaluate structural analyses and develop solutions to moderately complex engineering problems.

Responsibilities

• Leads structural engineering activities supporting nuclear facility systems.
• Performs and leads structural analyses and design efforts for system modifications.
• Ensures configuration, operability, and performance meet safety basis and mission requirements.

Skills

Structural engineering systems

Knowledge of DOE standards

Proficiency with structural analysis tools

Ability to communicate technical information

Experience with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Advanced engineering/technical degree

Tools

SAP2000

GT STRUDL

RISA

STAAD

Job description

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking a Nuclear Facilities Engineer to support plutonium operations. This role encompasses lead engineering activities for nuclear facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and mission requirements. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with a minimum of 6 years experience.

Key responsibilities include leading structural design and analysis efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) plan.