Los Alamos National Laboratory
Packaging Engineer 1/2 (Engineer 1/2)
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
What You Will Do
As the selected candidate, you will report to the LANL, Logistics – Packaging & Transportation Operations Manager 4 (Group Leader). Responsibilities include supporting the design, manufacture and general institutional P&T requests for DOT Type A, B and IP1 packaging; performing/developing engineering evaluations for non‑compliant shipments covered in the LANL Transportation Safety Document (TSD) / Technical Safety Requirements (TSR) (i.e., Safety Basis); performing reviews of Safety Analysis Reports for Packaging (SARPs); developing specification and inspection plans for procurement of HAZMAT packages; developing procedures and integrated work documents (IWDs) for P&T activities; determining if hazardous material transfers can be performed in accordance with 49 CFR, 10 CFR 71 or if they must be performed in accordance with the TSD/TSR; preparing Packaging Engineering Evaluations (PEEs); interpreting Criticality Safety Evaluations (CSEs) to determine appropriate criticality safety controls; performing TSD‑credited Equipment Important to Safety (EIS) in‑service inspections (ISIs) and ensuring they are compliant with required standards (e.g., ISO 1496‑1 requirements for Enclosed Cargo Compartments); performing Unanswered Safety Question (USQ) determinations and reviews on P&T and institutional procedures that could impact TSD/TSR requirements; performing P&T work activities for others as necessary; providing packaging quality assurance (QA) related support; and ensuring compliance with LANL Conduct of Engineering and Conduct of Operations requirements.
Fundamental knowledge/experience in US 49 CFR / Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Compressed Gas Association (CGA) regulations and international compliance with Hazmat and Nuclear Material Packaging and Transportation requirements.
Fundamental knowledge of Packaging and Transportation Safety Basis (i.e., Transportation Safety Document (TSD) / Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)) for non‑DOT compliant shipments.
Fundamental knowledge/experience working with laboratory or commercial entities in the design, testing, certification and procurement of DOT Type A(F) and Type B Packaging for radioactive materials.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment with a team and DOE, NNSA, DOT, and NRC regulators.
Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills.
Fundamental experience in decision making, organizing and prioritizing tasks, and taking initiative.
Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles and procedures, engineering design and appropriate standards.
Fundamental skills in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, resolving discrepancies and recommending solutions on problems affecting daily operations.
Sound, working as well as demonstrated experience and proficient level knowledge of the minimum job requirement skills listed for an Engineer 1.
What You Will Need Minimum Job Requirements Engineer 1 ($94,500 – $154,600)
Fundamental knowledge/experience in US 49 CFR / Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Compressed Gas Association (CGA) regulations and international compliance with Hazmat and Nuclear Material Packaging and Transportation requirements.
Fundamental knowledge of Packaging and Transportation Safety Basis (i.e., Transportation Safety Document (TSD) / Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)) for non‑DOT compliant shipments.
Fundamental knowledge/experience working with laboratory or commercial entities in the design, testing, certification and procurement of DOT Type A(F) and Type B Packaging for radioactive materials.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment with a team and DOE, NNSA, DOT, and NRC regulators.
Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills.
Fundamental experience in decision making, organizing and prioritizing tasks, and taking initiative.
Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles and procedures, engineering design and appropriate standards.
Fundamental skills in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, resolving discrepancies and recommending solutions on problems affecting daily operations.
Engineer 2 ($104,100 – $172,200)
Sound, working as well as demonstrated experience and proficient level knowledge of the minimum job requirement skills listed for an Engineer 1.
Training / Certifications Candidate must be able to train, qualify and be authorized as a LANL Packaging Engineer 1 or 2, which includes successfully completing the Packaging Engineer Qualification Card and On‑The‑Job Training (OJT) practical exercises (e.g., Packaging Engineering Evaluations (PEEs), fundamental (Engineer 1) and working (Engineer 2) level knowledge of Nuclear Criticality Safety Determinations (NCSDs)). Must successfully complete (Engineer 1) or have completed (Engineer 2) the Safety Analysis Report for Packaging (SARP) training.
Both successful Engineer 1 and 2 candidates must stay abreast and support implementation of updates to DOT 49 CFR Hazardous Material / Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and annual TSD/TSR updates and addendums. Candidates must also support the drafting and revisions of TSD/TSR implementing procedures.
Education / Experience Engineer 1 Position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university and 2 years practical work experience. DOE 426.2 requires a BS degree, 2 years job related experience and 1 year non‑reactor nuclear experience for technical support personnel who perform work independently at nuclear facilities. The Engineer 1 position would be expected to be able to obtain the nuclear experience on the job if they do not have it upon hire before becoming fully‑qualified.
Engineer 2 Position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years practical work experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. DOE 426.2 requires a BS degree, 2 years job related experience and 1 year non‑reactor nuclear experience for technical support personnel who perform work independently at nuclear facilities. The Engineer 2 position would be expected to be able to obtain the nuclear experience on the job if they do not have it upon hire before becoming fully‑qualified.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of federal, state and laboratory hazardous / nuclear material transport (via air and ground) standards, policies, and regulations.
Knowledge of laboratory objectives and other statements of policy/practice/procedures.
Experience with plutonium and other radioactive materials chemistry, processing and waste handling as applicable to handling, storage, and characterization.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation)
Vision
Speech and Hearing
General Physical Mobility
Weight Handling Requirements
Work Environment Work location 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 Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the requirements of the position along with their resume.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of certain countries who are not lawful permanent residents are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Clearance Q clearance. 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. The position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires U.S. 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.
Other Requirements New‑employment drug test required. 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.
Equal Opportunity Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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, state, and local 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 (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
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Fundamental knowledge/experience in US 49 CFR / Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Compressed Gas Association (CGA) regulations and international compliance with Hazmat and Nuclear Material Packaging and Transportation requirements.
Fundamental knowledge of Packaging and Transportation Safety Basis (i.e., Transportation Safety Document (TSD) / Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)) for non‑DOT compliant shipments.
Fundamental knowledge/experience working with laboratory or commercial entities in the design, testing, certification and procurement of DOT Type A(F) and Type B Packaging for radioactive materials.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment with a team and DOE, NNSA, DOT, and NRC regulators.
Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills.
Fundamental experience in decision making, organizing and prioritizing tasks, and taking initiative.
Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles and procedures, engineering design and appropriate standards.
Fundamental skills in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, resolving discrepancies and recommending solutions on problems affecting daily operations.
Sound, working as well as demonstrated experience and proficient level knowledge of the minimum job requirement skills listed for an Engineer 1.
What You Will Need Minimum Job Requirements Engineer 1 ($94,500 – $154,600)
Fundamental knowledge/experience in US 49 CFR / Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Compressed Gas Association (CGA) regulations and international compliance with Hazmat and Nuclear Material Packaging and Transportation requirements.
Fundamental knowledge of Packaging and Transportation Safety Basis (i.e., Transportation Safety Document (TSD) / Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)) for non‑DOT compliant shipments.
Fundamental knowledge/experience working with laboratory or commercial entities in the design, testing, certification and procurement of DOT Type A(F) and Type B Packaging for radioactive materials.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment with a team and DOE, NNSA, DOT, and NRC regulators.
Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills.
Fundamental experience in decision making, organizing and prioritizing tasks, and taking initiative.
Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles and procedures, engineering design and appropriate standards.
Fundamental skills in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, resolving discrepancies and recommending solutions on problems affecting daily operations.
Engineer 2 ($104,100 – $172,200)
Sound, working as well as demonstrated experience and proficient level knowledge of the minimum job requirement skills listed for an Engineer 1.
Training / Certifications Candidate must be able to train, qualify and be authorized as a LANL Packaging Engineer 1 or 2, which includes successfully completing the Packaging Engineer Qualification Card and On‑The‑Job Training (OJT) practical exercises (e.g., Packaging Engineering Evaluations (PEEs), fundamental (Engineer 1) and working (Engineer 2) level knowledge of Nuclear Criticality Safety Determinations (NCSDs)). Must successfully complete (Engineer 1) or have completed (Engineer 2) the Safety Analysis Report for Packaging (SARP) training.
Both successful Engineer 1 and 2 candidates must stay abreast and support implementation of updates to DOT 49 CFR Hazardous Material / Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and annual TSD/TSR updates and addendums. Candidates must also support the drafting and revisions of TSD/TSR implementing procedures.
Education / Experience Engineer 1 Position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university and 2 years practical work experience. DOE 426.2 requires a BS degree, 2 years job related experience and 1 year non‑reactor nuclear experience for technical support personnel who perform work independently at nuclear facilities. The Engineer 1 position would be expected to be able to obtain the nuclear experience on the job if they do not have it upon hire before becoming fully‑qualified.
Engineer 2 Position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years practical work experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. DOE 426.2 requires a BS degree, 2 years job related experience and 1 year non‑reactor nuclear experience for technical support personnel who perform work independently at nuclear facilities. The Engineer 2 position would be expected to be able to obtain the nuclear experience on the job if they do not have it upon hire before becoming fully‑qualified.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of federal, state and laboratory hazardous / nuclear material transport (via air and ground) standards, policies, and regulations.
Knowledge of laboratory objectives and other statements of policy/practice/procedures.
Experience with plutonium and other radioactive materials chemistry, processing and waste handling as applicable to handling, storage, and characterization.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation)
Vision
Speech and Hearing
General Physical Mobility
Weight Handling Requirements
Work Environment Work location 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 Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the requirements of the position along with their resume.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of certain countries who are not lawful permanent residents are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Clearance Q clearance. 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. The position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires U.S. 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.
Other Requirements New‑employment drug test required. 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.
Equal Opportunity Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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, state, and local 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 (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
#J-18808-Ljbffr