 | | Job Title | | Project Engineer (Nuclear Facilities Engineer 3/4) | | | | | Location | | Los Alamos, NM, US | | | | | Organization Name | | PIE-2/Project Engineering | | | | | Minimum Salary | | | | | | | Maximum Salary | | | | | | | | What You Will Do This position will be filled at either the Nuclear Facilities Project Engineer 3 or 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. Nuclear Facilities Project Engineer 3 ($122,300 - $206,300) The Project Engineer 3 performs as the lead technical representative for engineering activities related to the planning, design, execution, and closeout of projects. He/She will lead and manage development of projects with an integrated project team (IPT) that includes both customers, stakeholders, subject matter experts and others. The Project Engineer 3 will manage engineering design efforts, which may be performed by internal and/or external engineering design teams. He/She will also manage design reviews and assure comments are implemented by facilitating the resolution of comments and ensure delivery of the design product. For all design efforts, this includes verification of complaint design delivery at each stage (i.e., 30/60/90/100 %). Specific responsibilities will include: Manage technical requirements for construction, including coordinating designer-constructor interfaces, design changes, submittal reviews, inspection documentation, and request for information (RFI), field change requests (FCR), commissioning, and turnover processes. Work with the integrated project team to assure scope, requirements tracking, safety in design, etc. are correctly implemented. Work with LANL Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) representatives and Subject Matter Experts (SME) for identification and resolution of issues within these areas. Plan and forecast project engineering staffing needs. Review engineering progress against approved schedules and budgets; evaluate variances and develop corrective action when needed. Adhere to and enforce the policies, programs, procedures, and practices with the requirements of the LANL Conduct of Engineering program. Mentor junior project engineers and provide oversight of their work. Participate in process improvement initiatives. External design execution may require management of the contract.
Nuclear Facilities Project Engineer 4 ($146,800 - $254,700) In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, the level 4 Project Engineer is required to have proven leadership experience. | | | | | | What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Experience working with design and construction contracts.
- Experience working under a conduct of engineering program, e.g., the LANL COE program, or similar.
- Familiarity with cost engineering functions, cost estimating, cost control, and variance analysis.
- Aptitude to become a certified Control Account Manager (CAM), under the Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
- Proven experience in collaborative problem solving, such as with SMEs, construction personnel and peers.
- Experience working with industry codes and standards such as NEC, IBC, ASME, NFPA, etc.
- Experience working with national quality requirements standards such as ASME NQA-1, ISO 9000, etc.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate engineering solutions both verbally and in writing to supervisors, peers, and other organizations.
- Desktop automation skills (MS Office Suite).
- Additional Job Requirements for Project Engineer 4:
- In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
- Advance knowledge of construction engineering principles and practices.
- Experience in a senior engineering role implementing, overseeing, or assessing engineering activities.
Training/Certifications: Current registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) is highly desirable.
Education/Experience at Nuclear Facilities Project 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.
Education/Experience at Nuclear Facilities Project 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.
Desired Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in relevant engineering/technical field.
- Professional registration as a professional engineer or registered architect.
- Awareness of NRC or DOE/NNSA nuclear/radiological facilities or projects, and of DOE standards and Orders, e.g., DOE O 413.3b, DOE-STD-1189, DOE-STD-1066, etc.
- Current or previous experience as a certified Control Account Manager (CAM) under the Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
- Current or previous experience working as a Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) for a design contract.
- Experience developing engineering schedules using tools such as MS Project or Oracle P6.
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: Please submit a full comprehensive resume for qualification and full compensation consideration.
| | | | | | 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 (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
| | | | | | Additional DetailsDirective 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). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance which requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon position, additional authorization to access nuclear weapons information may be required that may or may not be available to dual citizens depending upon the circumstances. *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 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 and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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 1-505-664-6947 option 2. | | | | | | | | | | | Employment Status | | Full Time | | | | | | Appointment Type | | Regular | | Regular | | | | | |
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