Nuclear Facilities Engineer 3 / 4 (Electrical Engineer)
Los Alamos National Laboratory· Research & Development (National Security)· Oct 7, 2026 · 21d ago
Los Alamos, New Mexico
In office
Full-time
Senior
$154K–$267K
6+ years exp
Job description
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Nuclear Facilities Engineer 3 or 4, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division (PFE-DO) and and Confinement Ventilation Systems (PFE-CV) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) are seeking an Electrical Engineer. Put your engineering talents to good use by joining our world-class Engineering team! Our workforce thrives in an environment that values creativity and problem solving, where every idea and perspective is welcomed. This is your chance to make a real difference while working on important systems directly impacting national security.
Nuclear Facilities Engineer 3 $128,000 - $215,900
The selected candidate will play a critical part in ensuring electrical safety, power quality, power monitoring, and critical power reliability within and around the plutonium facility. You will lead and collaborate on projects involving facility modifications, new equipment installations, and infrastructure development, ensuring that all systems meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and compliance. Your work may include conducting and reviewing complex engineering studies such as short-circuit analysis, device coordination, equipment sizing, fault current calculations, exterior lighting design, and arc flash assessments for both medium- and low-voltage systems. You may also support demolition, installation, upgrade, and repair activities, as well as have the opportunity to qualify as a Cognizant System Engineer (CSE) for one or more Vital Safety Systems (VSS) supporting LANL nuclear facilities.
This position requires demonstrated technical depth in electrical engineering, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and proven leadership in guiding cross-disciplinary teams within a highly regulated nuclear environment. The role also demands effective communication, sound engineering judgment, and a commitment to mentorship and continuous professional development. The selected candidate will ensure that all work aligns with DOE Orders and Standards, the Nuclear Safety Management Rule, American Nuclear Society Standards, national consensus codes, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This is an opportunity to contribute to a world-class scientific and engineering institution, supporting national security through the safe, reliable, and innovative design and operation of nuclear facility systems.
Nuclear Facilities Engineer 4 $153,600 - $266,500
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, in this level the selected candidate identifies and/or leads activities within a nuclear facility engineering discipline, demonstrating initiative, technical depth, and leadership in complex project environments. The candidate must be able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, applying broad and diversified knowledge of nuclear facility engineering principles and practices in the preparation and execution of nuclear facility engineering deliverables. This includes utilizing nuclear engineering technology to accomplish work safely and efficiently while continuously improving engineering and work processes to meet evolving customer and mission needs. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation, sound judgment, and the ability to integrate requirements across multiple systems and disciplines to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable facility operations. The candidate can either be a qualified Fire Protection Engineer or another engineering discipline (such as a Mechanical Engineer) with demonstrated experience or the willingness and ability to support Fire Protection systems within LANL's nuclear facilities.
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
• Advanced knowledge and experience in the design, maintenance, and operation of low-voltage and instrumentation & control (I&C) systems
• Skilled in applying and interpreting engineering codes and standards in regulated environments, including IBC, IEBC, IEEE, NFPA 70, and NFPA 70E
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex engineering analyses and develop technically sound, defensible solutions
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical issues to diverse audiences
• Proven success leading multidisciplinary teams, managing multiple projects, and meeting tight deadlines
• Experience mentoring others, providing technical direction, and coordinating engineering activities
• Advanced proficiency with technology-aided design tools (e.g., CAD, CAE) and analytical modeling to support innovative engineering solutions
• In-depth understanding of safety principles and hazard mitigation in nuclear or industrial facility operations
• Demonstrated ability to define deliverables and lead safety-related engineering projects from conception through completion
• Broad knowledge of engineering design, planning, construction, and project management practices
• Experience preparing and maintaining technical reports, design documentation, and system performance data.
Additional Job Requirements for Nuclear Facilities Engineer 4:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
• Extensive expertise in nuclear facility engineering processes, maintenance techniques, work planning and control, quality assurance, safety basis, and other nuclear facility safety management programs
• Demonstrated experience applying and interpreting DOE/NNSA, industry, and regulatory codes, standards, and criteria relevant to nuclear facility engineering
• Expert knowledge of nuclear facility engineering principles, procedures, guides, and administrative practices
• Proven ability to prepare and review technical reports and studies to establish and maintain the technical baseline for new and existing facility systems
• Skilled in defining and collecting performance, safety, and operational metrics for structures, systems, and components
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in defining and executing design and analysis tasks that meet both regulatory and performance requirements
• Experienced in developing design details, calculations, load studies, specifications, and special inspections incorporating applicable design and nuclear safety requirements
• Extensive experience evaluating and trending system health to ensure long-term reliability and compliance
• Demonstrated success serving as the Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) while coordinating and interfacing with other engineering disciplines and customers
• Proven ability to mentor and develop engineering interns and junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth
• Advanced knowledge of and experience contributing as a leader in engineering, with proven ability to integrate and coordinate multi-facility, cross-functional technical work activities
• Demonstrated leadership in achieving project deliverables for senior management while mentoring and enhancing the technical and professional skills of junior engineers
• Recognized for strategic decision-making, effective communication, and technical oversight across multidisciplinary engineering teams
• In-depth knowledge and application of DOE Orders and Standards
• Expertise in the engineering design, development, and execution processes
• Advanced understanding of facility and systems engineering principles and practices.
Training/Certifications: Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is highly desirable.
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years practical work experience to the degree necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 12 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired.
Desired Qualifications:
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOE standards applicable to electrical design implementation.
• Familiarity with LANL engineering processes and procedures
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): General Physical Mobility, standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending. Specific Physical Mobility use of both hands, use of both arms, use of both legs, use of both feet, carry/lift up to 20 pounds.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager. perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Work Environment: Work in a noisy environment, work near sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, work near machinery with moving parts, working overtime or an irregular schedule.
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.
Note to Applicants: This position will be on-site work location in Los Alamos, NM.
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 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.
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