Predictive Maintenance; PdM Technology Coordinator; Engineering Technologist

Overview

Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Technology Coordinator (Engineering Technologist 3/4)

As a Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Technology Coordinator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and safe operation of Laboratory facilities and equipment. Reporting to the MSS-APT Group Leader, you will support the Laboratory's Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Program, which provides technology-based condition monitoring, diagnostic analysis, and technical guidance to facility operations teams across LANL.

• Perform predictive maintenance (PdM) routes on a wide variety of mechanical, rotating, and utility equipment across LANL facilities.
• Collect and analyze vibration, infrared, and ultrasonic data to detect early signs of equipment degradation.
• Accurately document route results and communicate findings to engineers and maintenance staff for corrective actions.
• Provide troubleshooting support to resolve equipment issues identified during PdM route execution.
• Assist in developing, optimizing, and maintaining PdM route schedules and data collection standards.
• Contribute to training and mentoring of technicians on PdM technologies and procedures.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Laboratory's Predictive Maintenance Program.
• Participate in reliability investigations and assist in root cause failure analysis (RCFA).
• Ensure all activities comply with LANL's safety, security, and operational requirements.

Engineering Technologist 3 ($104,100 - $172,200)

• Perform PdM routes across a wide range of mechanical, rotating, and utility equipment.
• Collect and analyze vibration, infrared, and ultrasonic data; document and communicate findings.
• Assist in developing, optimizing, and maintaining PdM route schedules and data collection standards.
• Contribute to training and mentoring of technicians in PdM technologies.
• Support the PdM program and participate in reliability investigations and RCFA.
• Ensure safety, security, and operational compliance.

Engineering Technologist 4 ($114,700 - $191,200)

• Serve as the technical lead for PdM route design and optimization across multiple facilities.
• Perform and review complex PdM routes with advanced diagnostic interpretation and multi-technology data correlation.
• Lead the implementation of new PdM technologies and integrate results into reliability systems.
• Develop and maintain Laboratory-wide PdM standards, procedures, and performance metrics.
• Provide expert analysis and guidance to facility managers, engineers, and technicians on PdM findings and asset health trends.
• Mentor and train lower-level technologists and technicians in advanced PdM practices.
• Lead cross-functional reliability improvement initiatives and RCFA efforts.
• Represent the Laboratory's PdM program in internal and external groups, audits, and technical exchanges.
• Act as a recognized technical authority in predictive maintenance to drive innovation and reliability.

Predictive Maintenance

Experience:

Demonstrated experience performing PdM routes on industrial or facility equipment using technologies such as vibration analysis, infrared thermography, and ultrasonics.

Vibration Analysis: Ability to collect, interpret, and trend vibration data using tools such as the CSI/Emerson Model 2140 FFT Data Collector and AMS Machinery Suite Software.

Analytical

Skills:

Ability to identify equipment faults through PdM data, diagnose root causes, and communicate findings to maintenance or engineering personnel.

Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with mechanical and rotating equipment systems; ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and equipment documentation.

Communication &

Collaboration:

Proven ability to work with diverse technical teams and communicate complex data clearly.

Safety & Compliance: Experience performing work safely in accordance with industry maintenance standards.

Education/Experience for Engineering Technologist 3: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related field and 8 years of related experience, or equivalent combination.

Education/Experience for Engineering Technologist 4: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related field and 12 years of related experience, or equivalent combination.

Location: Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Schedule: Onsite 9/80 schedule.

• Essential Job Functions: Standing, bending, kneeling, reaching overhead, carrying 30+ pounds.
• Clearance: DOE Q clearance required; background investigation conducted by the Federal Government.
• Education/Eligibility: Eligibility for clearance requires U.S. citizenship (with limited exceptions); see the solicitation for details.
• Drug Testing: New-employment drug test required; federal policy applies to marijuana.
• Equal Opportunity: LANL is an equal opportunity employer; accommodations available upon request.

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