Electro-Mechanical Technician

Idaho National Laboratory • Idaho Falls, ID

13d • $31 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring an Electro-Mechanical Technician to work on their Manufacturing Support team. The team works a 4x10 schedule located out of the MFC facility in Idaho Falls, Idaho, with every Friday off. The role involves fabricating, assembling, welding, and testing systems ranging from simple components to highly complex electro-mechanical devices, working directly from drawings, schematics, and work specifications. Responsibilities include setting up and operating test equipment, analyzing performance data, troubleshooting installed systems, and interfacing with engineers and researchers to deliver practical solutions to technical challenges while maintaining compliance with safety and work control requirements.

Requirements

• Level 3: High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience.
• Level 4: High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Work experience in electrical and I/C systems and fabrication.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, including wiring, circuits, and troubleshooting, as well as assembly of laboratory equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety standards and procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with researchers and engineers.
• This position requires a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with glove box maintenance or interest in learning.

Responsibilities

• Work with drawings, schematics, and work specifications to produce successful outcomes utilizing modern techniques and tools of the trade.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate the performance of prototypical devices, analyze test data, and recommend changes or modifications to improve performance.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain new equipment.
• Perform fabrication, machining, welding, brazing, assembly, troubleshooting, and testing of simple to very complex systems.
• Compile and complete documentation of development and/or test processes.
• Interface directly with engineering, designers, and scientific researchers to help resolve technical issues while providing imaginative and practical solutions to technical problems, while maintaining effective customer relationships.
• Work to applicable work control documents to ensure that work is conducted safely under proper procedures and Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) guidelines.
• Fabricating thermocouples, wiring, programming various HVAC control units.
• Assist with glove box maintenance.
• Participate in work planning walkdowns and man-hour estimating.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED