Manufacturing Process Engineer (R&D Engineer 1/2)

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

Pay: $96,600-$158,000/yr

**This position is open for external candidates only to apply.**

**This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 1 or 2 level, 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 Prototype Fabrication (PF) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory provides decades of experience and expertise in machining, fabrication and precision dimensional inspection of critical hardware needed to support the nation's stockpile readiness efforts.

The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated staff of engineers, programmers, journeymen machinists, dimensional inspectors, and quality assurance professionals supporting multiple programs with manufactured components ranging in size through a wide variety of materials including those with radioactive, toxic, pyrophoric, and/or other hazardous characteristics for a broad customer base, both within LANL and within the Nuclear Weapons Complex.

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**R&D Engineer 1 ($96,600- $158,000)**

As a Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will take ownership of the end-to-end process for introducing new work to the shop floor from initial order review through full production integration. This role requires a solid foundation of hands-on manufacturing experience and the ability to independently drive process improvements across a diverse production environment. Core responsibilities include:

• Evaluating work requests for completeness, feasibility, and manufacturability
• Developing detailed, step-by-step manufacturing instructions in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
• Tracking incoming materials and monitoring in-process work through completion
• Attending Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, & Testing (DMAT) meetings and providing manufacturing insight
• Supporting the management of classified inventory
• Tracking job progress and performance trends across the shop floor, identifying process inefficiencies, and implementing corrective actions to ensure on-time delivery of finished components
• Success in this role requires proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (such as JobBoss), along with the ability to work closely with machinists, inspectors, welders, engineers, manufacturing liaisons, management, and customers to support the division's daily operations.

**R&D Engineer 2 ($106,400-$176,00)**

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level you will be responsible for leading process improvement efforts of larger scope and impact based on your additional years of experience.

**What You Need**

**Minimum Job Requirements:**

**Engineering Experience**

• Familiarity with a range of manufacturing processes (e.g. CNC mill/lathe, EDM, welding, sheet metal, additive manufacturing, etc.).
• Working knowledge of the sequence of operations for the manufacture of parts and/or assemblies.
• Experience with interpreting engineering drawings and technical requirements, including basic understanding of ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with engineering tools such as CAD software (e.g. Creo, Solidworks).
• Working knowledge applying engineering practices and principles supporting capability development within a manufacturing environment.

**Process Improvement**

• Strong background in continuous improvement practices, with experience establishing and tracking key performance indicators, conducting data analysis, and performing root-cause investigations to drive operational efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple projects and meeting deadlines.

**Communication and Teamwork**

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to convey technical information to a range of audiences.
• Demonstrated record of dependability, reliability, and commitment to the long-term needs of the job duties and programmatic goals of the organization.

**Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 2:**

• Advanced working knowledge and experience supporting the manufacturing of products that meet the technical and quality standards set forth on the product definition through the application of engineering practices and principles.
• Demonstrated ability to support and define manufacturing processes on complex configuration components and assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects of advanced scope and complexity.

**Education/Experience at Level 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.

**Education/Experience at Level 2:** Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or,