R&D Mechanical Engineer, Weapon Response & Analysis

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 102,400 - 199,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements including 9

Flexible work arrangements including 4

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation

Competitive 401k

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM seeks an R&D Mechanical Engineer to contribute to Nuclear Deterrence efforts. You will model, simulate, test, and analyze component responses to mechanical insults, supervise activities, and ensure safe production facility operations onsite.

A DOE Q-level clearance is required or obtainable. The role emphasizes independent yet collaborative work within a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to lead projects and advance technical expertise on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or related science with demonstrated R&D capability.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance (Sigma 14/15).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Systems Engineering and design teams to ensure safe operations of components and systems in production facilities.
• Utilize modeling, simulation, analysis, and testing to identify and mitigate electrical and mechanical energy hazards.
• Engage with Subject Matter Experts at Sandia and NSE sites to assess hazards and evaluate control effectiveness.
• Develop and document technical justifications for component and system responses to insults.
• Initiate and implement continuous improvement activities.
• Summarize and present findings to management, customers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

DOE security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM seeks an R&D Mechanical Engineer to contribute to Nuclear Deterrence efforts. You will model, simulate, test, and analyze component responses to mechanical insults, supervise activities, and ensure safe production facility operations onsite.

A DOE Q-level clearance is required or obtainable. The role emphasizes independent yet collaborative work within a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to lead projects and advance technical expertise on