What are the responsibilities and job description for the LANL Chief Field Engineer position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
The Engineering Services (ES) Division of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is responsible for developing, maintaining, and applying a wide range of engineering capabilities to support the Laboratory's scientific and national security missions. This role is part of the Engineering Services Division Office (ES-DO). Within ES, the Project Delivery Groups provide engineering facility support ensuring the modification and installation of systems, structures, and components meet operational standards. This position primarily supports commercial non-nuclear facilities across the Laboratory's 26-mile site but may also involve work with nuclear and accelerator facilities.
As the LANL Chief Field Engineer (Engineering Manager 3), you will lead and oversee key activities related to Field Engineering, ensuring successful implementation and integration of engineering practices across various projects. You will also lead the training and qualifications program for Engineering Services' Field Engineering Team across all disciplines and functions. This role emphasizes strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety while contributing to the Laboratory's mission through innovative engineering solutions.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Leadership
Desired Qualifications:
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:
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.
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.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
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 a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
The Engineering Services (ES) Division of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is responsible for developing, maintaining, and applying a wide range of engineering capabilities to support the Laboratory's scientific and national security missions. This role is part of the Engineering Services Division Office (ES-DO). Within ES, the Project Delivery Groups provide engineering facility support ensuring the modification and installation of systems, structures, and components meet operational standards. This position primarily supports commercial non-nuclear facilities across the Laboratory's 26-mile site but may also involve work with nuclear and accelerator facilities.
As the LANL Chief Field Engineer (Engineering Manager 3), you will lead and oversee key activities related to Field Engineering, ensuring successful implementation and integration of engineering practices across various projects. You will also lead the training and qualifications program for Engineering Services' Field Engineering Team across all disciplines and functions. This role emphasizes strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety while contributing to the Laboratory's mission through innovative engineering solutions.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Leadership
- Proven experience managing technical teams and collaborating with diverse engineering disciplines
- The ability to work closely with peers and counterparts involved in construction and maintenance engineering activities
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and train team members effectively
- Experience with personnel management, including hiring, onboarding, and performance management
- Skills in collaborative problem-solving between various stakeholders
- Proven track record in fostering an inclusive, respectful work environment free from discrimination and harassment
- Strong organizational skills for managing daily, weekly, and long-term team communications and meetings
- Solid understanding of Quality Management and the role Field Engineering plays in ensuring quality standards
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
- Experience in project planning, design, execution and/or closeout activities, and providing effective project management
- Strong communication skills for presenting technical solutions to various audiences, including management, customers, peers, and team members
- Comprehensive understanding of safety programs, policies and practices with proven adherence to safety standards
- Physical ability to navigate a construction worksite
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in supporting nuclear engineering services to ensure facilities are designed, constructed, modified, and maintained to satisfy customer needs and expectations in a cost effective, safe, and compliant manner
- Experience participating in or managing a training and/or qualification program and have mentored or trained others
- Project and/or engineering technical management and leadership training and coursework
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards in common use at DOE and DOD facilities (ASME, NQA-1, IBC, IEBC, IEEE, NFPA, etc.)
- Demonstrated experience using and interpreting industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the construction discipline
- Knowledge of DOE and LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering
- Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired
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)
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.
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.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
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 a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.