Procurement Engineer (R&D Engineer 1/2) (Weekends)

What You Will Do This position will be filled at either R D Engineer 1 or R D Engineer 2, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). The Maintenance Procurement Engineering Team under the Supply Chain Logistics (SCL-1) Group is seeking an energetic and customer-focused seasoned Procurement Engineer to lead Procurement Engineering functions in support of Facility and/or Programmatic Maintenance efforts at TA-55 and surrounding areas. The selected candidate will assist the first-line manager in development and delivery of standardized and robust training to support a dynamic workforce that performs a wide range of activities including leading project walk-downs, extracting data from engineering drawings and specifications, development of comprehensive procurement packages, performing equivalency evaluations for obsolete parts, acting as procurement SME in Integrated Project Team (IPT)meetings, interacting with warehouse personnel, managing Consolidate Bill of Material Database and other related activities aimed at providing efficient and professional support to its many customers. They will identify inefficient processes, work to continually improve inefficiencies by formalizing and standardizing the subject processes, then apply these principles to improve the handling of critical and essential spares, preventive and corrective maintenance efforts, and process consumable procurements.

Salary Range:

While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time. R D Engineer 1: $96,600 to $158,000 R D Engineer 2: $106,400 to $176,000 #shiftwork

What You Need Minimum Job Requirements:

Applicants must submit a comprehensive resume reflective of relevant experience that addresses the minimum job requirements and desired qualifications of the position below for full consideration. Education/Experience R D Engineer 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation. Candidates that meet the degree requirement, but who do not meet the two-year experience requirement, are encouraged to apply and may be considered for hire through an allowable variance. Education/Experience R D Engineer 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Computing/Business Systems:

Above average computer skills and demonstrated proficient experience with Inventory Control, Material Tracking systems such as the CBOM, and proficient in various software suites, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.

Customer Service:

Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to provide clear, concise support and guidance to others in sometimes stressful situations. Experience interacting professionally with all types of personnel, including external interfaces and executive management.

Communication:

Record of effective written and oral communication skills as evidenced by internal and/or external interactions, seminars, briefings, presentations, or publications. Ability to communicate findings and make recommendations.

Organizational Skills:

Possess high attention to detail including excellent organizational skills, analytical thinking, observational skills and problem-solving skills all to include high accuracy. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust to the workings of a dynamic and cohesive fast-paced team environment.

Equipment Maintenance Plans:

Demonstrated experience working to preventive and corrective maintenance plans with good understanding of forecasting material needs. Additional Skills and Knowledge for R D Engineer 1: Reliable internet connection to enable offsite work. Report to site in Los Alamos as needed for project meetings, material walkdowns, and/or team meetings. Ability to work a shift schedule that could include night or weekend work depending on business needs. Initiate and manage shift hand off communication. Gather required information when coming on shift and report progress and ongoing action items when leaving. Assists with applying complex, integrated and overlapping requirements for nuclear, manufacturing and/or production facilities to include but not limited to weapon quality and nuclear safety. Assists with evaluating materials to procure for a nuclear facility and/or highly regulated environment. Develop proficiency in applying QA principles outlined in ISO and/or NQA-1 quality programs. Maintain all training current necessary to perform job function Familiarity with evaluating materials and creating material take offs from engineering design packages Familiarity with materials management and reporting in IPT meetings. Participate in the conceptual and other design reviews. Ability to serve as TSME to create comprehensive procurement packages including QA requirements, SOWs and other exhibits. Additional Skills and Knowledge for R D Engineer 2: In addition to the requirements listed for R D Engineer 1, candidates at the R D Engineer 2 will need... Experience applying complex, integrated and overlapping requirements for nuclear, manufacturing and/or production facilities to include but not limited to weapon quality and nuclear safety. Proficiency evaluating materials to procure for a nuclear facility and/or highly regulated environment. Proficiency applying QA principles outlined in ISO and/or NQA-1 quality programs. Experience developing and delivering training to technical staff. Experience evaluating materials and creating material take offs from engineering design packages. Experience with materials management and reporting in IPT meetings. Proficiency with contributing to conceptual and other design reviews. Ability to lead walk-downs aimed at understanding project scope and validate existing conditions.

Qualifications We Desire:

Familiarity with LANL Engineering Standards Manual/Master Specifications. Knowledge of industry, regulatory, or

DOE/NNSA

complex specific codes, standards. An active DOE Q-level clearance.

Work Location:

The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. This is not a Telework or Remote position. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Work Schedule:

This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

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:

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) 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. 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.

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 applicable 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.