Reliability Engineering Technologist 3

Reliability Engineering Technologist 3

The Reliability Engineering Technologist 3 reports to the MSS-APT Group Leader and is responsible for driving the long-range strategic planning process while contributing and guiding the reliability program for the maintenance of equipment, machinery, buildings, and/or other facilities. This position will help develop policies relevant to facility maintenance activities. Ensures common processes and procedures are utilized by deployed groups. Monitors and contributes to the management of institutional maintenance issues and supports subcontracted and/or in-house facility maintenance services. Additional responsibilities will be to contribute and help build the Predictive Maintenance Program at Los Alamos National Laboratory. Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Maintains required safety and security training, assures safety and security compliance, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Knowledge & Expertise:

Working knowledge of Predictive Maintenance technologies such as Vibration Analysis, Thermography, Ultrasound and Motion Amplification. Demonstrated experience of engineering maintenance techniques and construction methodologies. Demonstrated experience of engineering work planning and control methods. Working knowledge of project and process engineering practices.

Maintenance Operations:

In-depth knowledge of and experience with facilities management including systems engineering design and maintenance, safety/authorization basis, configuration management programs, work control, facility control systems and equipment installation and setup. In-depth understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configuration, and lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures.

Communication & Teamwork:

Demonstrated ability to change the thinking of or gain acceptance from others in sensitive situations. Demonstrated experience and skill in identifying problem areas, investigating alternative solutions, and determining action to be performed on problems affecting maintenance and site services programs and processes.

Technology:

Demonstrated experience with using a CMMS system, such as Asset Suite.

Education/Experience:

Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology Science, Math or related degree from an accredited institution and 8 years of directly related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

Knowledge Reliability Methodologies. Knowledge of PdM Technologies. Certified Reliability Leader (CRL), Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) or Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM). Q Clearance.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

Standing, bending, kneeling, reaching overhead, and carrying/lifting 30+ pounds.

Work Location:

The work location for this position 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.

Work Schedule:

This position will be onsite 9/80 schedule.

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 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 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) for additional information. 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 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements. 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.