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

$39.98 - $49.65 Hourly for the 533.2 level

$47.93 - $59.49 Hourly for the 533.3 level

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Job Description

We have multiple openings for Mechanical Technologist/Sr. Mechanical Technologists. Use your talents to provide support for LLNL’s world recognized Render Safe Operations, nuclear emergency preparedness and response activities. In this role, you will provide technical mechanical support for custom sponsor training aids, prototype equipment, experimental research, installation of complex devices, and development projects. This position is in the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the Engineering Directorate. These positions will include the opportunity for overtime to meet fast-paced customer delivery requirements. There are opportunities to travel and field the many custom training aids at offsite locations.

These positions 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. 

In this role, you will 

Design, fabricate and assemble moderately complex mechanical systems/equipment using design and mechanical system functions.Machine components using conventional lathe, mill and other manufacturing process machines.Provide general technical support to various programmatic tasks in collaboration with scientists, engineers, and technicians.Incorporate fundamental knowledge of 3D CAD modeling and design concepts using SolidWorks CAD software.Incorporate office and scientific programs on computer systems to produce supportive documentation and graphics for drafting and design.Apply fundamental knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes in the solution of moderately complex mechanical problems.Work scheduled as well as unscheduled overtime.Travel domestically and internationally as needed for mechanical and customer support and interaction.Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the 533.3 level

Provide advanced mechanical or electro-mechanical design and drafting support where overall design parameters and specifications have been established.Contribute to preliminary design concepts for hardware, componentry, and systems including making independent judgment and decisions.Participate and contribute strategically as a part of a highly motivated team.Report to program coordinator and managers, engineers, and high-level personnel to provide technical updates to various programmatic tasks with minimal supervision. Qualifications This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or an active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.Associate's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing or the equivalent combination of education and previous relevant experience.Intermediate skills and understanding of fabrication, machine tool technology and operation of conventional machine tools and inspection techniques.Intermediate technical skills and fundamental knowledge of engineering principles to solve moderately complex problems using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures.Experience designing moderately complex mechanical components or systems.Ability to complete and maintain materials handling, and crane operator, certifications and others required once in this position.Ability to lift 50 lbs. in a safe and controlled manner.Ability to become medically qualified to wear respiratory and other protective equipment and perform moderate work effort while wearing respirators.Ability to drive a vehicle greater than 10,000 GVW.Effective written and verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal and teamwork skills and abilities.Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed for customer Training Aid support and interactions.Ability to work overtime on occasion, as needed.

Additional qualifications at the 533.3 level

Advanced skills and experience with machine tool technology and operation of conventional machine tools, and inspection techniques.Experience making decisions regarding a variety of complex technical problems and experience providing technical leadership.Experience working independently on complex technical assignments and proven project management skills.

Qualifications We Desire

Experience working with nuclear/radiological materials.Knowledge of fundamentals of radiation, radioactive sources, and radiation detectors. Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Flexible Term appointment, which is for a definite period not to exceed six years.  If final candidate is a Career Indefinite employee, Career Indefinite status may be maintained (should funding allow).

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!Flexible Benefits Package401(k)Relocation AssistanceEducation Reimbursement ProgramFlexible schedules (*depending on project needs)Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversityOur core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement

Security Clearance

This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. 

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.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession.  This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.  

If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Reasonable Accommodation

Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory.  If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

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