Undergraduate Student Machinist

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Life & disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, seeks an engineering-focused Undergraduate Student to support the daily operation, organization, and maintenance of our machine shop. This role is ideal for a student who enjoys hands-on fabrication, prototyping, and learning to operate and maintain shop equipment.

As the UGS, you will gain exposure to 3D printing, SolidWorks, CAM software, and equipment maintenance while contributing to a safe and efficient shop environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an engineering degree or a closely related technical field.
• Ability to safely perform hands-on work in a machine shop environment.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain shop tools and equipment.
• Organize tooling and workspaces.
• Support fabrication and prototyping projects.
• Promote a clean, safe, and efficient working environment.
• Develop skills in 3D printing, SolidWorks, and CAM software.

Skills

Engineering student

Hands-on work

Follow instructions

Safety and cleanliness

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate STEM student with GPA 3.0+

Job description

What You Will Do

C-NR is seeking an engineering-focused Undergraduate Student (UGS) to support the daily operation, organization, and maintenance of our machine shop. This position is ideal for a student who enjoys hands-on work, fabrication, prototyping, and learning how to operate and maintain shop equipment.

The UGS will help maintain shop tools and equipment, organize tooling and workspaces, support fabrication and prototyping projects, and promote a clean, safe, and efficient working environment. The position will also provide opportunities to develop skills in 3D printing, SolidWorks, CAM software, equipment maintenance, and machine shop operations.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

• Currently pursuing an engineering degree or a closely related technical field.
• Ability to safely perform hands‑on work in a machine shop environment.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with machining, fabrication, prototyping, or mechanical assembly.
• Basic knowledge of equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, or other shop equipment.

Education / Experience

Position requires a to be enrolled in an undergraduate program in STEM from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Note to Applicants

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China‑including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau‑as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security.

Benefits

Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre‑employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

Internal Applicants

Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.