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Microsystems Engineering, Science and Applications (MESA) is seeking an experienced R&D Systems Engineer to serve on the MESA Extended Life Program (MELP) team to support the maturation of the $50M/year portfolio. Successful execution of the program depends on effective project execution for tools and equipment (T&E) and facilities and infrastructure (F&I) projects, led by principal investigators (PI) and design/install subject matter experts. The selected candidate will serve as a PI, requiring close partnership with cross-functional areas both internal and external to Sandia.
Job Responsibility
Use engineering principles to understand complex systems, gather data, implement processes, and solve problems
Support the layout, design, construction, and installation of tools and equipment for current and future operations through project management
Partner with various technical disciplines and stakeholders to accurately understand, develop, and execute installation and utility requirements
Communicate transparently and effectively with the MELP team, facilities partners, and MESA operations throughout project lifecycles
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, safety, and extreme ownership
Communicate (written and/or verbal) with various Program Management offices and NNSA
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development.
Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q clearance
Nice to have
Graduate degree in Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation).
Experience working with Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE) laboratories and plants including Pantex, Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Kansas City National Security Campus/New Mexico Operations (KCNSC/NMO).
Experience working on engineering design, qualification, production, or related modeling/simulation projects.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
Experience in microsystems and/or production equipment, facilities, infrastructure, and processes
Experience in manufacturing environments, including semiconductor, microsystems, or other high-volume production settings
with familiarity in cleanroom requirements, protocols, or applied systems engineering principles
Proven experience with design, installation, and utility requirements for tools and equipment in semiconductor, microsystems, manufacturing, or other production environments
Strong critical thinking skills with demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, evaluate risks, and develop effective solutions
Demonstrated expertise in project management, including estimation, scoping, scheduling, risk-based prioritization, and stakeholder engagement
Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of technical disciplines and stakeholders, adapting communication style as needed
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams, employing situational leadership and fostering empowerment
Proficiency or demonstrated ability to quickly become proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Teams, Visio, PowerPoint) and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Confluence
Commitment to safety, ethical decision-making, transparency, and customer-focused mission delivery
What we offer
Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance