Engineering Technician V – Mechanical Technologist (NWS 00878)
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Job Location:
Livermore, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Job Title: Engineering Technician V Mechanical Technologist (NWS 00878)
North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science technology and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customers mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.
Qualified applicants must be a US citizen at least 18 years of age and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physical drug screen and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.
Successful candidates will be employees of NWS a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore CA. Though employed by NWS the employee will take day-to-day direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay benefits Human Resource and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.
This position supports the National Ignition Facility (NIF) which is the worlds largest and most energetic laser facility ever built. NIF is also the most precise and reproducible laser as well as the largest optical instrument. The giant laser has nearly 40000 optics which precisely guide reflect amplify and focus 192 laser beams onto a fusion target about the size of a pencil eraser.
The NIF Directorate has an opening for an Engineering Technician V Mechanical Technician to support the Optics Production Loop. The successful candidate must be able to work in a cleanroom environment. The successful candidate will perform their duties under close supervision and report to the NIF Optics Engineering and Maintenance Manager. Due to the vast and varying types of experiments NIF is a 24/7 operational facility. This position may require Engineering Technician V to have the flexibility to work overtime shift and/or weekends to accomplish goals. This position may also require working alternate schedules. The successful candidate will be required to pass various on-site training modules to pursue work assignments.
Essential Duties
- Fabricate assemble and disassemble moderately complex mechanical components and systems.
- Operate shop equipment hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Apply machining precision mechanical assembly and system debug experience to resolve complex mechanical issues.
- Set up and operate milling machines and lathes.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings and apply them to machining and assembly tasks.
- Provide technical support for a broad range of activities including vacuum electrical pneumatic and plumbing/cooling installations.
- Extract and apply technical information from sketches drawings and verbal or written instructions to resolve fit interference and functional electro-mechanical problems.
- Use advanced methods to collect and analyze data and test results against established performance parameters report outcomes and identify issues.
- Create supporting documentation and graphics using computer-based drafting design engineering and scientific software.
- Perform physical duties as required including climbing stairs lifting equipment and standing for extended periods.
Marginal Duties
- Independently plan and execute deployment fabrication troubleshooting assembly and disassembly of complex electro-mechanical components and systems including selecting materials equipment and methods.
- Assist in developing test parameters; troubleshoot and test materials components and systems; identify problems; and contribute to solution recommendations.
- Independently identify analyze evaluate and report results for complex electro-mechanical problems using sound judgment
Essential Skills Knowledge and Abilities
- A.S. or equivalent experience in Optical or Mechanical technologies.
- Experience with production technologies including evaluating and testing processes.
- Ability to perform work deliberately carefully and safely.
- Demonstrated ability to work within deadlines to perform multiple tasks and communicate effectively with managers and customers.
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and accurately record process parameters.
- Experience with database data manipulation skills personal computers and associated software
Special Requirements
Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
Pre-employment drug test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Subcontractor.
Anticipated Government Clearance Level: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or addition all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country) you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and work-life balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helpline 1- for assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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