Engineering Technician V – Cryogenics Operator (NWS 00952)

North Wind Group•Livermore, CA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

North Wind Services is hiring an Engineering Technician V in the Cryogenic Target Operations group, supporting Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in Livermore, California. The position is within the Laser Systems Engineering & Operations Division and supports projects in the Light Matter and Fusion directorate, including National Ignition Facility operations. The employee will perform day-to-day work at LLNL with direction from LLNL technical personnel and will be employed and managed by North Wind Services. The role combines field work, including hands-on maintenance of cryogenic and gas systems, with remote console work using complex computer control systems. The successful candidate will help maintain and operate advanced systems supporting NIF experiments, learn and maintain job qualifications, and contribute to reliable operations. Work may involve hazardous materials and radioactive or beryllium-contaminated areas, respirator use, confined spaces, ladders, stairs, and potentially working at heights. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and at least 18 years old. They must meet pre-employment requirements, which may include a job-related medical examination, drug testing, and a federal background investigation to satisfy Department of Energy clearance requirements. The anticipated clearance level is Q. Employees with L or Q clearances are subject to random drug testing; individuals with U.S. and another citizenship may be required to renounce their non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance is processed or granted.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technologies, or 4+ years of education and experience (including military experience) working on cryogenic/vacuum systems.
Working knowledge of mechanical maintenance practices, including plumbing, hardware, and electrical systems related to vacuum operations.
Ability to learn and operate complex computer control and data acquisition systems.
Strong attention to detail and ability to adapt to system changes, upgrades, and processes.
Experience working in technical team environments.
Experience working on remotely operated equipment.
Physical ability to use a respirator, work in confined spaces, lift or push 50 pounds, and climb portable ladders; portable ladders have a maximum 300-pound weight limit.
Excellent communication skills for conveying detailed procedures and discussing technical information.
U.S. citizenship and age 18 or older.
Ability to meet applicable pre-employment requirements, including any required physical examination, drug test, and background investigation for clearance eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Experience with vacuum system operation and maintenance.
Familiarity with complex computer control systems for remote opto-mechanical device operation.
Experience in nuclear, military, or highly technical laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

Install precision, high-value targets for NIF Shot Operations.
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain cryogenic, vacuum, x-ray, and pressurized gas systems.
Safely operate rigging and hoisting equipment and follow established handling protocols.
Operate advanced systems and equipment remotely using computer-based control systems.
Record and analyze data and present findings to Field Leads.
Follow detailed operational and safety procedures and comply with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
Work with hazardous materials in a radioactive environment and participate in task-specific safety meetings.
Identify process improvements and contribute to optimizing complex operational systems.
Collaborate with project leaders, technicians, designers, and engineers.
Perform other duties as assigned.