Engineering Technician V – Cryogenics Operator (NWS 00952)

North Wind Group•Livermore, CA

25d•$43 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

North Wind Services is hiring an Engineering Technician V for the Cryogenic Target Operations group supporting Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s National Ignition Facility in Livermore, California. The position is in the Laser Systems Engineering & Operations Division within the Engineering Directorate and supports projects in the Light Matter and Fusion directorate. The technician will help maintain and operate advanced systems supporting NIF experiments. The work combines hands-on field maintenance of cryogenic and gas systems with remote console work using computer control systems. The employee is expected to learn, adapt, develop their qualifications, and contribute to NIF operations. NWS provides employment management, pay, and benefits; day-to-day work is performed at the client site under the direction of LLNL technical personnel. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, and able to satisfy applicable pre-employment screening and Department of Energy clearance requirements. Selected applicants will undergo a federal background investigation; Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. A job-related medical examination may be required, and selected external applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test. L- or Q-cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.

Requirements

An associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technologies, or at least four years of education and experience—including military experience—working on cryogenic or 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; ladder use has a 300-pound maximum weight limit.
Excellent communication skills for conveying detailed procedures and discussing technical information.
Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years old.
Must be able to meet applicable pre-employment requirements, including required physicals, drug screening, and background investigation for DOE 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.
Operate rigging and hoisting equipment safely 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 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.