R&D Welding Engineer I/II — GTA, Laser & E-Beam

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

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an R&D Engineer to support manufacturing process development and execution for GTA welding and other high energy density processes. The role emphasizes safety and security as core responsibilities and requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering with related experience.

The position includes responsibilities across design, testing, verification, and validation of engineering solutions, with opportunities to lead technical work, mentor staff, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution and 2 years of related experience.
• Experience in welding/joining processes and testing to meet detailed specifications.
• Demonstrated written communication abilities and ability to work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering solutions for R&D initiatives.
• Develop innovative concepts, theories, and methods to address specialized problems and extend project scope.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to technical proposals and business development.

Skills

Welding engineering

Mechanical engineering

Materials science/engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an R&D Engineer to support manufacturing process development and execution for GTA welding and other high energy density processes. The role emphasizes safety and security as core responsibilities and requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering with related experience.

The position includes responsibilities across design, testing, verification, and validation of engineering solutions, with opportunities to lead technical work, mentor staff, and