Mechanical Engineer

Company Description
Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!
Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.
We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.
Pay Range
$110,700 - $170,556 Annually
$110,700 - $142,128 Annually at the SES.1 Level
$132,816 - $170,556 Annually at the SES.2 Level
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.
Job Description
In support of making the world a safer place, we have multiple openings for Mechanical Engineers to participate in new and ongoing projects! We provide nuclear weapon engineering design expertise; systems engineering; experimental device design; shock & vibration and thermal testing; fabrication and assembly; and assessment of nuclear stockpile components for evaluation and maintenance of the enduring and future nuclear weapon stockpile. You will interface with colleagues at other National Laboratories and Production Agencies, National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and Department of Defense (DoD) and their contractors. These positions are in the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED), within the Engineering Directorate. DTED provides support to Strategic Deterrence Programs.
This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.
You will
Derive engineering requirements, develop conceptual designs, and perform supporting assessment of mechanical systems, test prototypes, and associated diagnostics.
Oversee the detail design process, component part fabrication, and unit assembly.
Prepare supporting safety and engineering documentation and participate in engineering design reviews.
Participate in engineering testing operations, analyze results, and write reports.
Generate detailed plans, schedules, and budgets for project activities.
Interface with other organizations internal and external to the Laboratory to complete various projects.
Work independently as well as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional job responsibilities, at the SES.2 level
Provide comprehensive engineering knowledge to resolve technical and programmatic issues, using the broad application of technical concepts and techniques.
Perform independent technical tasks to provide solutions for a diverse range of moderate to complex issues that require the creative use of established or innovative methods.
Select methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to obtain results based on analysis of multiple, largely identifiable factors.
May represent the organization by providing input on technical issues for specific projects.
May provide guidance and/or informal mentoring to less-experienced team members.
Qualifications
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Fundamental knowledge in at a minimum of two of the following areas: engineering hardware design, systems engineering, manufacturing techniques, testing processes.
Working knowledge of and/or experience with design principles.
Working knowledge of material properties and manufacturing methods.
Experience working effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Desire to work on National Security projects related to nuclear weapons and flexibility to work in different technical areas.
Sufficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information.
Additional qualifications at the SES.2 level
Broad industry experience or the equivalent combination of relevant education and related experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of engineering hardware design, fabrication, or testing processes and the ability to meet schedule and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with a range of priorities.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information.
Qualifications We Desire
A Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Ability to interpret specifications and mechanical drawings including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
Experience using standard project management practices.
Knowledge of design applications employing high explosive materials.
Experience working in an environment with stringent safety and security policies.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Position Information
This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.
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Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Pre-Placement Medical Exam
A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
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