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Mechanical Technologists/Sr. Mechanical Technologist

Physics World
Tracy, CA
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

$41.93 - 61.57 Hourly

$41.93 - $51.33 Hourly for 533.2 Level

$50.28 - $61.57 Hourly for 533.3 Level

This is the lowest to highest salary in good faith we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. Pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. 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.

Job Description

We have an opening for Mechanical Technologists/Sr. Mechanical Technologist to support the various operations of new and on-going experiments at LLNL’s Site 300 (in Tracy, CA) and Livermore Site. You will work under general supervision in a team environment. In addition, you will contribute to the team by providing operations, maintenance, design, fabrication, assembly support, and documentation. This position will be in the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED), within the Engineering Directorate, supporting operations within the Strategic Deterrence (SD) organization.

These positions will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

In This Role You Will

  • Provide intermediate level technical support to engineering, scientific, and technical staff to plan and conduct experiments at LLNL and other off-site locations.
  • Design, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble moderately complex mechanical components and systems, using work control process and procedure requirements while working under general supervision.
  • Operate mechanical diagnostic equipment, maintain area controls, assist with mechanical diagnostic calibration and alignment, test prior to experiment execution, and perform data recovery after experiment execution.
  • Apply intermediate knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes in solving mechanical problems while using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures.
  • Provide operations, maintenance, design, fabrication, assembly support, and maintain systems documentation and experimental records.
  • Perform facility related and technical functions such as maintenance, testing, upgrades to equipment control, and interlock systems checks.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Responsibilities, At The 533.3 Level

  • Provide advanced level technical assembly and disassembly support of complex systems while working independently with minimal direction.
  • Design, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble complex mechanical components and systems including planning and selecting materials, equipment, and methods, and setting priorities.
  • Assist in developing test parameters, performing comprehensive troubleshooting, testing materials, components, or systems, identifying problems, interpreting standards, making recommendations, and providing input on solutions to complex problems.

Qualifications

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and related technical experience.
  • Intermediate level skills and experience with solving a variety of moderately complex technical problems in completion of work assignments.
  • Experience with mechanical diagnostic equipment, maintaining area controls, assisting with mechanical diagnostic calibration and alignment, testing prior to experiment execution, and performing data recovery after experiment execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to read and follow engineering notes, sketches, and drawings.
  • Experience in mechanical fabrication and assembly, including intermediate level skills and knowledge of engineering hardware design and testing processes.
  • Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills and ability to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Ability to complete and maintain certifications as required by the position.
  • Experience in general machining processes with the ability to operate hand/power tools.
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs in a safe and controlled manner.
  • Ability to become medically qualified to wear respiratory and other protective equipment and perform moderate work effort while wearing respirators.

Additional Qualifications At The 533.3 Level

  • Advanced level technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to perform comprehensive troubleshooting, and regularly make decisions to solve challenging and complex problems.
  • Experience working with advanced level precision component assemblies with tight tolerances.
  • Demonstrated ability to read and follow complex assembly procedures, engineering notes, sketches, and engineering drawings.
  • Experience working with Explosive/Hazardous Materials.

Additional Information

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

  • Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
  • Flexible Benefits Package
  • 401(k)
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
  • Our values - visit

Site 300

 Site 300 is an experimental test site operated by LLNL. Situated on 7,000 acres in rural foothills approximately six miles southwest of downtown Tracy and 15 miles southeast of Livermore, Site 300 hosts approximately 200 employees with expertise in such fields as engineering, chemistry, biology, and environmental restoration. Employees assigned to work at Site 300 may be exposed to the organism that causes San Joaquin Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis ).

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

How To Identify Fake Job Advertisements

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.

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Posted 2025-11-15

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