What You Will Do Are you a talented and driven engineer looking to develop, maintain, and apply a diverse set of engineering capabilities to provide innovative engineering solutions? Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a skilled professional to join our Engineering Services (ES) Division as an Electrical Engineer. As a vital member of the ES-DO team you will contribute to the implementation of the Conduct of Engineering (COE) program at LANL in support of systems, structure and component modifications and new installations, and will support nuclear, accelerator or non-nuclear facilities across 38 square miles of the Laboratory. If you're eager to support the Laboratory's scientific and national security mission, this opportunity is for you! This position will be filled at either the Engineer 3 or Engineer 4 level depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. Electrical Engineer Level 3 ($114,700 - $191,200): As an Electrical Design Engineer with Engineering Services, you will function as part of a design agency serving one of three Facilities Operations Directorates (FODs). You will work concurrently on multiple design teams shaping LANL's facilities and infrastructure to serve the needs of a growing and changing Laboratory. Your teams will provide engineering consulting services typical of any or all project phases: scoping; design; construction; commissioning; operation. The level 3 role includes the following job opportunities: • Provide senior engineering expertise and mentoring to junior engineers. • Assess, maintain, and upgrade structural systems at LANL to support national security. • Represent Engineering Services Division as a leader in effective and efficient project execution. • Develops and approves conceptual and detailed designs that ensure third-party designs are code-compliant and meet our customer's needs. • Assess condition of existing facilities and infrastructure systems. • Expertly apply engineering judgement to engineering challenges. • Utilize your experience to prepare accurate cost estimates to our customers. • Work to scope both internally and externally executed design projects. • Produce high-level design deliverables including drawings, specifications, test and inspection plans (TIPs), statements of special inspections (SSIs), and calculations. • Adhere to LANL's Engineering Standards, Conduct of Engineering, prevailing codes and standards. • Review construction submittals, provide RFI responses and generate Document revisions. • Support organizational initiatives for improvements of design and business practices. Electrical Engineer Level 4 ($138,500 - $233,200): In addition to what was outlined at the level 3 position, at the level 4 position you will have the opportunity to: Identifies and/or leads activities within electrical engineering in support of facility design, operation and maintenance. • Recognized as a as a coordinating figure and subject-matter-expert (SME), helping to ensure third-party designs are code-compliant and meet our customer's needs. • Make visionary organizational contributions regarding design and business practices. • Use broad and/or unique knowledge and skills to contribute to improvement of LANL's Engineering Standards. • Use independent and wide latitude judgment in determining course of action to accomplish objectives. • Facilitate technical growth of the Electrical design team. • Assist your Team Lead with work planning, staffing projections and hiring. What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Electrical Engineer 3: • Demonstrated broad-based, engineering experience with projects involving electrical design for new facilities and facility modifications. • Minimum 6 years working experience with engineering principles, codes, and standards (NEC, NFPA, IEEE, etc.). • Minimum 6 years working experience in the development of engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, test and inspection plans (TIPs), and statements of special inspection (SSIs). • At least 6 years of practical experience in power system engineering, fault current analysis, voltage drop calculations, protection coordination studies, incident energy studies, and equipment sizing. • Minimum 6 years of experience in scoping of complex projects to produce an estimate of engineering costs for both design and construction activities. • Demonstrate advanced knowledge of industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline. • Demonstrated ability to mentor early career engineers. • Demonstrated ability to articulate concepts through various oral and written communication media, using a diverse range of technical and business acumen. Additional Job Requirements for Electrical Engineer 4: In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires: • Minimum 12 years of experience leading a design team and/or organization. • Minimum 12 years of expertise in industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to your engineering discipline. • Minimum of 12 years of experience in engineering work planning, budgeting, and design coordination. • Demonstrated broad and/or unique expert knowledge of engineering systems and calculations, applications of engineering methods, and application technology aided engineering tools to conventional and non-conventional facility and operations-based engineering problems. Education/Experience for Electrical Engineer 3: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. • Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired. • Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is highly desirable. Education/Experience for Electrical Engineer 4: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 12 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. • Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired. • Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is highly desirable. Desired Qualifications: • For Engineer 3: Current Professional Engineering (PE) License in Electrical Engineering • For Engineer 4: Current NCEES Professional Engineering License in Electrical Engineering (any US State) • Design experience in nuclear, accelerator or industrial facility operations • Master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university • Knowledge of DOE and LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principles and procedures 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 1 year. Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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 maternity and parental leave • Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually) • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance • Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, 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. 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 for additional information. 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 for applicant eligibility requirements. Incentive Compensation Program: Position at the higher level is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, October 31st. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position. 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 applicable 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 a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
See More Details >>ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™ ASRC Federal NetCentric Technology, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Operations to support the Kirtland AFB Engineering Operations Services (KEOS) contract in Albuquerque, New Mexico. KEOS is a base maintenance and operations support-type contract, also known as BMC or BOS. This position offers a Sign-on Bonus! Job Summary: The Electrical Engineer - Operations will support the sustainment of mission critical facilities and infrastructure at Kirtland AFB to ensure our customers’ mission success. Duties and Responsibilities: • Perform specific duties and responsibilities related to Electrical engineering including evaluating electrical systems, equipment, and applications. • Provides efficient, effective, and timely electrical engineering expertise, to include, but not limited to determining electrical loads, generator sizing, and interior electrical design. • Consult US Air Force (USAF) Requirements & Optimization (R&O) playbook upon project initiations to develop maintenance requirements. • Perform interim and final inspections on equipment installations, repair and renovations, and new construction, capturing pertinent data for inclusion in the government’s system of record. • Employ expertise to assess • Collaborate with customer staff, project programmers, cost estimators, and mechanical, structural, and civil engineers to provide technical support in both one-off efforts and extended duration project scoping; ensure proper specification and integration of electrical system(s) in construction project packages. • Provides the specification and technical language for scope of work development to include preparing cost estimates for electrical systems associated with medium to small scale projects. • Conducts technical review of third-party design, plans, and specifications for construction projects ranging up to tens of millions of dollars. • Performs root cause analysis on systems failing prematurely or systemically. • Reviews work request submissions for validity of scope and practicality of work in-house. • Prepares reports, briefings, and documents to explain and present project information, technical assessments, and findings. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a program certified by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). • Be able to identify common site architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection/detection system components, and understand how they function/operate. • Have experience planning and/or performing facility maintenance, improvements, or repairs. • Excellent organizational and time management skills. • Be able to take initiative and work independently without direct supervision. • Ability to collect, analyze and summarize data and prepare daily reports. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules. • Possess competent and effective computer skills to include using Microsoft Office 365 applications. • Must have proficient English oral and written communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate with employees, management, and customers. • Must be a US citizen and currently possess or be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance. • Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license. • Must be able to pass a drug screen. • Able to work in an office environment with extended periods at a computer and a field environment requiring full range of motion and movement for purposes of inspections/assessments and site visits; be able to perform physical activities including climbing and working at heights greater than 50 feet, crawling, working outdoors, and repetitive physical tasks involving lifting at least 30 lbs. • Be committed to providing for and maintaining a safe working environment. Desired Qualifications: • Three or more years of experience working in the engineering section at a major military installation, preferably a US Air Force base. • Possess applicable building code and life safety knowledge to provide assessment services. • Knowledge of construction management software, project closeout procedures, preventive maintenance, construction and repair terminology and processes. • Experience performing facility assessments and Real Property Inventory Equipment (RPIE) condition assessments. • Have familiarity with USAF Civil Engineering guidance, rules, and regulations to include but not limited to: preventative maintenance, real property, linear segmentation, BUILDER, and/or NexGenIT. We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. EEO Statement ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
See More Details >>Job Title: Nuclear Electrical Engineering Technologist Location: Los Alamos, NM What You Will Do: As a Nuclear Electrical Engineering Technologist, you will be instrumental in maintaining and supporting the electrical systems of programmatic equipment and glovebox support systems. You will work collaboratively under the guidance of senior team members, following approved integrated work documents (IWD) specific to each task and location. • You will engage in routine electrical maintenance tasks, supporting the team in troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing equipment as needed. This role will enhance your knowledge and skills through hands-on experience in a high-stakes environment. What You Need: Minimum Requirements: • Basic experience in performing maintenance on electrical systems, including PLCs, SCADA, instrumentation, and capacitor discharge. • Fundamental knowledge of electrical engineering work planning and control methods. • Ability to work safely with radioactive and hazardous materials. • Capacity to follow detailed directions from senior technicians and execute work to established procedures. Education/Experience Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology, Science, Mathematics, or a related field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Please note that a high school diploma is required as per DOE 426.2. Desired Qualifications: • Experience with diagnostic test equipment and measuring devices (e.g., multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes). • Capability to develop solutions to routine and complex technical problems. • Commitment to maintaining precise maintenance and repair logs. • Ability to collaborate effectively to support the safety, security, and reliability of equipment. • Experience monitoring equipment efficiencies. • Certification as a Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) and Electrical Safety Officer (ESO) is highly regarded. • Current Q-Clearance is required. Human Reliability Program (HRP) eligibility is advantageous. Ref: #161-Managed Staffing Charlotte
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