Los Alamos National Laboratory
Mechanical Designer/Drafter (Designer/Drafter 3/4)
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM, United States
Description
Job Title Mechanical Designer/Drafter (Designer/Drafter 3/4)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name J-2/Dynamic Structure Design & Engineering
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
The Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division conducts experiments to generate high-quality data necessary to maintain a safe and reliable nuclear stockpile and to support global security. The Division fields, diagnoses, and conducts subcritical experiments, hydrodynamic tests, and focused high-explosive experiments at local firing sites and at the Nevada National Security Site. J Division also operates the Dual Axis Radiographic Hydrodynamic Test (DARHT) Facility, the nation's premier hydrodynamic testing resource. The Division continually works with the Nevada National Security Site, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, the Department of Energy, and other partners to enhance the capabilities necessary to certify and ensure the safe, secure, and reliable performance of nuclear weapons' components, materials, and systems.
J-2, in collaboration with external experts and other LANL divisions, is responsible for the development of engineering standards and for the design, analysis, and procurement of impulsively loaded vessels and structures. J-2 also performs Remaining Life Assessments and Fitness-for-Service evaluations to analyze inherent fabrication flaws or damages resulting from use and recommends essential repairs for continued service. The group maintains the inventory of pressure vessels and structures necessary for J-Division in support of Stockpile Stewardship, and various R&D programs. An experienced mechanical drafter is needed to support the group's mission.
The Dynamic Structure, Design, & Engineering (J-2) Group within Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter. The position will be filled at either Drafter/Designer level 3 or 4, depending on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if candidate is hired at the higher level. The Mechanical Drafter will be responsible for supporting the engineering team's design of R&D structures and hardware. This will entail working closely with the test and design engineers to provide detailed drawing sets for test configurations, fabrication of hardware, and future structure designs for R&D purposes. The candidate will work within multiple programs and must possess the organizational skills to adapt to evolving R&D design requirements.
Designer/Drafter 3 ($63,200 - $99,000)
The successful candidate will:
In addition to the duties outlined above, the (higher level title) will be required to:
Minimum Job Requirements:
In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the Designer/Drafter 4 level requires:
Designer/Drafter 4 Education Required: Position requires an associate's degree in an Engineering or Technical Field and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Desired Skills
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 detailed cover letter with your resume addressing all required and desired skills. (Please save cover letter with job number and name).
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:
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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
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, 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 and then option 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Garcia, Crystal Lea
Email cgarcia@lanl.gov
Work Telephone
Job Title Mechanical Designer/Drafter (Designer/Drafter 3/4)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name J-2/Dynamic Structure Design & Engineering
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
The Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division conducts experiments to generate high-quality data necessary to maintain a safe and reliable nuclear stockpile and to support global security. The Division fields, diagnoses, and conducts subcritical experiments, hydrodynamic tests, and focused high-explosive experiments at local firing sites and at the Nevada National Security Site. J Division also operates the Dual Axis Radiographic Hydrodynamic Test (DARHT) Facility, the nation's premier hydrodynamic testing resource. The Division continually works with the Nevada National Security Site, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, the Department of Energy, and other partners to enhance the capabilities necessary to certify and ensure the safe, secure, and reliable performance of nuclear weapons' components, materials, and systems.
J-2, in collaboration with external experts and other LANL divisions, is responsible for the development of engineering standards and for the design, analysis, and procurement of impulsively loaded vessels and structures. J-2 also performs Remaining Life Assessments and Fitness-for-Service evaluations to analyze inherent fabrication flaws or damages resulting from use and recommends essential repairs for continued service. The group maintains the inventory of pressure vessels and structures necessary for J-Division in support of Stockpile Stewardship, and various R&D programs. An experienced mechanical drafter is needed to support the group's mission.
The Dynamic Structure, Design, & Engineering (J-2) Group within Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter. The position will be filled at either Drafter/Designer level 3 or 4, depending on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if candidate is hired at the higher level. The Mechanical Drafter will be responsible for supporting the engineering team's design of R&D structures and hardware. This will entail working closely with the test and design engineers to provide detailed drawing sets for test configurations, fabrication of hardware, and future structure designs for R&D purposes. The candidate will work within multiple programs and must possess the organizational skills to adapt to evolving R&D design requirements.
Designer/Drafter 3 ($63,200 - $99,000)
The successful candidate will:
- Adhere to engineering polices, programs, procedures and practices
- Uses high-level, three-dimensional parametric CAD systems to develop multi-discipline design documents. Demonstrate working knowledge of second CAD system. Develops specifications.
- Create complete drawing packages that require minimial checking
- Create comples, large assemblies using prametric models and proper mating conditions
- Applies sound knowledge of engineering materials and their suitability for component fabrication. Makes materials decisions of design packages.
- Applies proficient knowledge of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y14.5 or Laboratory drafting manual, as appropriate to job duties.
- Participates in design reviews and resolves design conflicts.
- Provides interface for complex design issues.
In addition to the duties outlined above, the (higher level title) will be required to:
- Applies advanced technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques in the completion of complex work assignments.
- Applies cross-functional knowledge to resolve design issues.
- Adheres to modeling standards optimizing CAD best practices for efficiency and achievability.
- Utilizes working knowledge of three-dimensional (3D) model report generation
- May perform drawing checks
- Works with engineers to create dimensioning strategies
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years experience with in computer-aided drafting (CAD) modeling and engineering drawing preparation with software such as Creo and Solidworks;
- Demonstrated experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5 engineering drawing standard, application of symbols and notes to ensure models capture design intent
- Demonstrated experience in precision mechanical design of structures, systems, and components, with consideration to design for manufacturability;
- Demonstrated ability to layout systems in schematic and plan view
In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the Designer/Drafter 4 level requires:
- Minimum 5 years experience in CAD and product data management software to produce models, drawings, layouts of components or systems and understanding of configuration management principles
- Demonstrating advanced knowledge of resolving manufacturing issues with fabricators and understanding of consensus code applications such as ASME, ANSI, AWI for addressing fit, form and function
- Understanding of design for manufacturing principles and methods for mechanical hardware
- Demonstrated experience working within the framework of established conduct of engineering practices
- Experience working with engineers to create dimensioning strategies
- Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience producing formal, high-quality engineering layouts and drawings of complex systems and components with little or no supervision;
Designer/Drafter 4 Education Required: Position requires an associate's degree in an Engineering or Technical Field and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Desired Skills
- Experience with Windchill type software and PDM link
- Advanced knowledge of pressure vessel designs
- Experience performing drawing checks
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 detailed cover letter with your resume addressing all required and desired skills. (Please save cover letter with job number and name).
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. 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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
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, 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 and then option 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Garcia, Crystal Lea
Email cgarcia@lanl.gov
Work Telephone