Welding Engineer (R&D Engineer 1)
What You Will Do
You will participate in manufacturing process development and execution for gas tungsten arc (GTA) welds, and other high energy density welding processes (laser and electron beam welding) for various materials used in component manufacturing. Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. The R&D Engineer 1 assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. The selected candidate assists in the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering and technology solutions in support of manufacturing operation initiatives. Develops a technical approach, using judgment within defined practices and procedures, and makes technical decisions to implement solutions to complex problems, improve production cycle times, and/or maximize production yield rates.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
· Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: welding engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or materials science/engineering.
· Basic knowledge of welding and joining procedures.
· Basic knowledge or experience troubleshooting welding/joining processes and production of products to meet detailed technical specifications
· Basic knowledge of professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures, as demonstrated by experience researching, designing, testing, analyzing, verifying, and validating mechanical engineering solutions
· Demonstrated knowledge of welding/joining processes used in manufacturing as well as processes or approaches used to optimize welding processes.
· Demonstrated written communication abilities.
Desired Skills:
• Demonstrated knowledge of laser, gas tungsten arc (GTA), and/or electron beam welding methods
• Demonstrated knowledge of, or experience assessing the effects of beam profiles, power levels, and alignment on welding systems
• Knowledge and experience with nondestructive analysis methods
• Experience in project development, reporting, and presentation to management and sponsors
• An active DOE Q clearance is highly desired.
Education/Experience:
Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution and 2 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
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Note to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter or resume that addresses the key requirements of the position.
Location
This position will be physically located in Los Alamos.
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)