Mechanical Engineer

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and diverse perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.

Pay Range

$148,920 - $188,880 Annually (TSS.3)

$178,770 - $226,668 Annually (TSS.4)

This is the lowest to highest salary range in good faith we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.

Job Description

We have an opening for a Mechanical Engineer. You will provide engineering design solutions for the Laboratory’s mechanical infrastructure, building HVAC systems, building automation and DDC control systems, energy management, laboratory design, and central plant-type equipment in support of projects associated with new construction, remodeling, and modifications to conventional office and laboratory facilities.  This position is in the Project Management Office (PMO).

The Project Management Office (PMO) provides LLNL with engineering, design, estimating, construction, and project management services. PMO provides infrastructure services to enable cutting-edge research and development in the areas of defense technologies, global security, laser science, bioscience, and more. PMO offers cradle to grave infrastructure services to achieve reliable delivery of completed projects with priority on safety, collaboration, and a workforce working toward our shared vision.

You will

• Perform independent technical tasks associated with the engineering, planning, design, and construction of projects associated with LLNL’s mechanical infrastructure.
• Perform computer-based analyses of heating and cooling load calculations, energy management, and life-cycle cost.
• Prepare construction documents for mechanical designs, including scoping criteria, construction drawings and specifications, and procurement specifications for LLNL furnished equipment.
• Review and approve construction submittals and observe construction field activities and installations.
• Provide engineering analysis and solutions to a diverse range of moderately complex site building mechanical systems issues and/or problems.
• Develop approaches to solve moderately complex technical issues associated with specific projects using independent judgment and analysis.
• Perform duct sizing, pipe sizing, HVAC load calculations and prepare drawings using AutoCAD.
• Represent the organization in providing engineering solutions to a diverse range of moderate to complex facility mechanical technical issues and/or problems associated with specific projects.
• Partner with mechanical supply vendors to select, specify, and procure mechanical components utilized in designs.
• Provide engineering support during construction by reviewing submittals and shop drawings, responding to contractor questions, evaluating change order requests, resolving field problems, and performing inspections.
• Provide field engineering services for LLNL maintenance workers, and field crews by helping to coordinate the selection, procurement, and delivery of construction materials, resolving field questions and conflicts, and performing field observation and inspections.
• Lead multiple complex internal mechanical projects with responsibility for the development and compliance with technical criteria, budgets, schedules, deliverables, and direct the work of mechanical designers and drafters. Prepare models and drawings in AutoCAD and Revit for projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the TSS.4 level

• Design complex building and laboratory mechanical systems for new construction and the renovation and remodeling of existing facilities, including the design of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Prepare des