NIF&PS Project Engineer Technical Leader
NIF&PS Project Engineer Technical Leader
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Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as a Project Engineer Technical Leader for the National Ignition Facility (NIF). In this role you will oversee the design refurbishment commissioning and performance of critical systems that support NIFs experimental operations such as Amplifiers Integrated Optics Modules (IOMs) diagnostics and other advanced experimental systems. You will lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers technical staff and designers to deliver innovative solutions that advance NIFs mission. This position is in the Laser Systems Engineering & Operations (LSEO) Division within the Engineering Directorate.
In this role you will
- Lead teams programs or functions with a technical focus work independently with minimal direction use advanced knowledge and team leadership experience take significant responsibility and exercise judgment within established policies to monitor workflow allocate resources ensure timely completion of projects and achieve objectives while managing organizational impact.
- Provide technical leadership mentorship and management for teams of engineers technical staff and designers responsible for NIF systems.
- Collaborate with scientists project managers and systems engineers to plan execute and deliver engineering development projects and resolve complex technical issues.
- Direct technical activities for new capability development system commissioning and troubleshooting ensuring quality standard for deliverables.
- Oversee the creation and review of design documentation operational procedures maintenance plans and training materials to support NIF systems.
- Provide support for NIF operations as required resolving complex technical issues efficiently and driving continuous improvement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Systems Engineering) or related technical discipline or the equivalent combination of education and relevant prior experience.
- Advanced level knowledge or significant experience in one or more of the following areas: electromechanical systems and mechatronics high-speed electronic detection methods optical engineering and optomechanical systems or precision engineering and alignment.
- Advanced knowledge of engineering system design analysis and project planning with significant experience in technical leadership.
- Proven ability to develop creative solutions for complex problems and lead corrective actions when necessary.
- Significant experience designing and implementing high-performance systems such as precision assemblies and mechatronics.
- Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and managing large dynamic projects that positively impact organizational goals.
- Advanced level interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across technical staff managers and external vendors.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills to effectively present technical information and advise management.
Qualifications We Desire
- Masters degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Experience writing technical specifications and statements of work.
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Position Information
This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.
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- Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
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External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
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Employment Type :
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Employment Type
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