Process Engineer – R&D/Welding for National Security (Weekend)

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 97,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Flexible schedules and time off

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico is seeking an R&D Engineer at levels 1/2, with weekend Shift C (Thu–Sun, 6:00am–4:30pm) to support process development and high-value manufacturing in the Pit Technologies Division. The role emphasizes welding engineering, reliability, and cross-team collaboration across national security research programs.

Join a multidisciplinary lab focused on national security, nanotechnology, and advanced research.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding engineering principles and manufacturing testing operations.
• Knowledge of welding requirements and quality processes.
• Experience with designing, testing, and validating engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Address welding engineering challenges as part of R&D and Operations teams.
• Support development and validation of engineering solutions for high-value manufacturing.
• Mentor early career staff and collaborate across organizations.
• Ensure compliance with Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Maintenance, and safety programs.

Skills

Welding engineering

Metallurgy

Mechanical engineering

Manufacturing engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico is seeking an R&D Engineer at levels 1/2, with weekend Shift C (Thu–Sun, 6:00am–4:30pm) to support process development and high-value manufacturing in the Pit Technologies Division. The role emphasizes welding engineering, reliability, and cross-team collaboration across national security research programs.

Join a multidisciplinary lab focused on national security, nanotechnology, and advanced research.