Engineering Tech III-VI

IAP World Services supplies the Supplemental Labor Personnel for the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. No relocation offered for this project. Must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 18 years of age. Must be able to acquire and maintain applicable security clearance.

 

There are openings for the following levels:
Eng Tech III,IV,V & VI
Payrate range: $21.21/hr-$35.34/hr
Term:6 months-2years

 

NATURE & SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Mechanical Engineering (ME) Laser Science Engineering Division (LSED)has openings for Mechanical Technicians to support the National Ignition Facility (NIF) Directorate. Under close supervision will provide basic technical support in mechanical/electro-optical fabrication, assembly, operation and maintenance; interpreting and translating mechanical/optical concepts into designs and fabricated hardware, documentation and finished experimental systems. Other responsibilities may involve providing operations, testing, data acquisition /recording and diagnostic support as required. Interactions will be with project leaders, technicians, designers and engineers.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
-Acquire and analyze basic data and report results; provide solutions to basic mechanical problems using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures.
-Use drafting, engineering and scientific programs on computer systems to produce supportive documentation and graphics.
-Design, fabricate and assemble mechanical hardware utilizing fabrication and/or laboratory equipment, lasers, electronic equipment, computers, pressure and/or vacuum systems.
-Apply a general knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes in the solution of mechanical problems.
-Provide basic technical support for a wide variety of laboratory activities, including vacuum, electrical, and plumbing/cooling installations.
-Interact with scientists and engineers to determine requirements.
-Follow and adhere to written, operational, and safety procedures in the course of completing job assignments.

 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
-AA in an engineering technology such as mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Knowledge of basic engineering hardware design, fabrication, or testing processes.
-Experience with personal computers and associated software such as word-processing.
-Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
-Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
-Demonstrated interpersonal skills necessary to communicate tactfully and effectively.