Engineered Systems Tec 5

What You Will Do

You will report to the CWF-RLWF RLW Operations Manager and will perform required tasks assigned by the supervisor. The Engineered Systems Tec 5 with Instrument & Controls (I&C) experience will be responsible for providing support for the day-to-day operations of ALDWP facilities at TA50.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Conduct of Operations - Advanced working knowledge with Conduct of Operations as applied to a Nuclear Facility and maintaining a Nuclear Facility.
• Equipment Operations - Advanced experience and understanding of the following aspects of equipment operations as applied to a Nuclear Facility:
• Procedure compliance
• Hazard identification and analysis
• Configuration management
• Formal work control processes
• Trouble Shooting - Advanced experience troubleshooting, upgrading and/or maintaining instrumentation and control systems (to include but not limited to systems for pressure control; temperature, flow, level and humidity sensors, programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, motor controllers, pumps, dryers and a variety of other equipment).
• Equipment/Systems - Advanced knowledge of typical facility electrical, sub-systems and components (e.g., heating, ventilation, refrigeration systems, BAS and FMS alarm systems, pneumatic controls)
• Knowledge using Multi Meters, HART communicators, Digital Monometers and adjustable current sources.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand PLC programming logic and wiring diagrams.
• Interpretation of Drawings - Demonstrated ability to read, understand and explain engineering electrical drawings/specifications.
• Communication - Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication

Training/Certifications: Energized Electrical Worker, Lockout/Tagout, Full Face Air Purifying Respirator, Confined Space Entrant

Education/Experience: Position requires an Associates' Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, additional training and/or certification may be expected.

DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a High School Diploma.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge and experience with installation, testing, repair and maintenance of process/facility equipment instrumentation and controls.
• Excellent knowledge and the ability to understand control wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Understanding of the concepts and principles of Integrated Work Management, Integrated Safety Management (ISM) and Integrated Safeguards and Security Management (ISSM), or equivalent non-DOE programs.
• Advanced experience in design, construction, test, and checkout of equipment and understand proper documentation, record keeping. Recommend modifications to engineering designs as necessary.
• Develop solutions to technical problems of broad scope and complexity.
• Identify indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system
• Performs independent troubleshooting and diagnosis of failures or malfunctions in complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Willingness and skill to conduct research, investigate alternative solutions, and recommend solutions for problems affecting systems and/or equipment.

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.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.

Note to Applicants:

For full consideration, please provide a comprehensive resume, which outlines how you meet the minimum and desired skills noted above.

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. 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 (https://int.lanl.gov/org/ddops/oma/prime-contract-management/applicable-directives/_assets/docs/DOE-O-206.2-Chg-2-LtdChg-Identity,-Credential,-and-Access-Management-ICAM-1.pdf) . 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.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-border-a-chg1-ltdchg/@@images/file) for additional information.

426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

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.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

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 Policy P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.