Nuclear Facilities Engineer: Systems & Safety Design

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 96,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Parental leave

401(k) matching

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM is seeking engineers at the Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1 or 2 level to work on electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of plutonium facilities. Roles include design, analysis, and renovations within a safety-critical environment.

Positions require a Bachelor's in Engineering and relevant experience; higher levels add mentoring, leadership, and broader scope across disciplines. Strong knowledge of codes and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Awareness of nuclear facility engineering domains (electrical, mechanical, structural).
• Awareness of engineering work planning, control methods, and project management practices.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for nuclear facility electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering issues.
• Collaborate on design solutions, studies (short circuit, arc flash, etc.), and renovations.
• Mentor and coordinate with junior/senior engineers to deliver full-system designs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Structural engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM is seeking engineers at the Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1 or 2 level to work on electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of plutonium facilities. Roles include design, analysis, and renovations within a safety-critical environment.

Positions require a Bachelor's in Engineering and relevant experience; higher levels add mentoring, leadership, and broader scope across disciplines. Strong knowledge of codes and safety standards is essential.