Fire Alarm Design Engineering Technologist

Fire Alarm Design Engineering Technologist 3 at Los Alamos National Laboratory

Overview

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a skilled professional to join our Engineering Services Division as a Fire Alarm Design Engineering Technologist. As a vital member of the Institutional Project Delivery (IPD) team you will contribute to the implementation of the Conduct of Engineering (COE) program at LANL in support of systems, structure and component modifications and new installations, and will support nuclear, accelerator or non‑nuclear facilities across 38 square miles of the Laboratory.

Responsibilities

This senior facilities engineering design position requires creation of construction contract documents for digital addressable fire alarm systems, third‑party design reviews, design verification for other designers, and representation of design interests during all phases of project delivery.

• Render subject matter expert-level engineering judgments
• Assess existing conditions and work closely with stakeholders to develop scopes of work
• Adhere to consensus prevailing codes and standards, and applicable DOE requirements
• Produce coordinated construction Contract Documents, and perform quality assurance oversight for others
• Provide third‑party reviews of sub‑consultant designs
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning
• Mentor junior design personnel

What You Need – Minimum Job Requirements

Certifications and Software Expertise

• Current advanced‑level NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems
• Expert ability with AutoCAD software

Design and Engineering Experience

• Demonstrated expert design experience in fire alarm systems for commercial and/or industrial facilities
• Demonstrated expert application of consensus codes and standards to facilities designs
• Demonstrated ability to apply and defend engineering judgment

Operational Effectiveness

• Demonstrated ability to function with a sense of urgency and focus on efficiency
• Demonstrated advanced‑level experience working with AHJ requirements

Documentation and Communication Skills

• Demonstrated expert ability in preparing and interpreting construction documents
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well, both written and verbally

Mentorship and Leadership

• Demonstrated ability in coaching and mentoring junior personnel

Education/Experience at Engineering Technologist 3

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Science, Math or a related degree from an ABET accredited program and 8 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with A/E/C industry practices
• CSI Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) certification
• NFPA CFPS Certification
• Demonstrated expert experience in a senior design role
• Familiarity with Alarm
  
  CAD software

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People’s Republic of China – including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau – as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents (“green card” holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and…