Printed Circuit Board Designer (Engineering Technologist 1/2)

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Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Location:

Los Alamos, NM

• 87544 Positions available: 1 Job #: 288524345

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NLX | Los Alamos National Laboratory

Posted:

02/27/2026

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Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. What You Will Do This position will be filled at either the Engineering Technologist 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job requirements outlined below will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. The Accelerator Operations and Technology (AOT) Division provides leadership in the Laboratory's core capability of Accelerators and Electrodynamics. Accelerators and Electrodynamics enables charged particle acceleration through controlled utilization of electromagnetic fields, supporting National Security missions involving radiographic imaging, remote measurements of electromagnetic signatures, and development of new capabilities. In particular, AOT operates the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center (LANSCE) proton accelerator complex, and conducts applied research and development in accelerator-focused technologies as they apply to Free Electron Lasers, National Security Science programs, and future accelerator missions. The Instrumentation and Controls Group (AOT-IC) within AOT performs a number of technical functions in support of AOT Division goals. The group's core capabilities include control system integration, instrumentation engineering, developing beam diagnostics electronics, PCB design, ECAD/MCAD, and network and timing signal distribution. Engineering Technologist 1($87,800

• $143,000) As an Engineering Technologist 1 you will play a crucial role in supporting the operation of the LANSCE facility.

In this role you will create and modify schematic drawings and printed circuit board designs using Mentor Graphics software. You will also be responsible for maintaining the AOT library of parts by creating schematic symbols and footprints for other users of Mentor Graphics software. You will interface with other AOT organizations and outside customers for small non-LANSCE control systems. Engineering Technologist 2 ($96,600

• $158,000) In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, the Engineering Technologist 2 level position offers the opportunity to take on a more senior role in supporting the critical operations and development work of the AOT Division.

In this role, you will be expected to maintain licensing for Mentor Graphics software, apply software updates, and assist other users in project creation and usage of the software. The successful applicant for this position should have knowledge of good design practices and procedures from schematic capture through PCB layout and assembly. What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Ability to develop and revise schematic drawings using Mentor Graphics software (preferred), or similar circuit board design software, such as Altium or Cadence
• Ability to create and modify printed circuit board designs using commercial software.
• Capability to create and modify component library parts based on manufacturers specification using commercial software.
• Basic knowledge of transmission line theory as applied to ground planes and layer stackup for high speed digital as well as RF printed circuit board design.
• Able to provide technical direction and collaborate with colleagues to develop creative, cost-effective solutions to systems.
• Apply technical standards, principles, theories, and techniques in the completion of complex work assignments.
• Ability to estimate design time and drawing package costs.
• Apply engineering design principles to design and fabrication of printed circuit boards and assemblies.
• Ability to assist with planning and successful completion of multiple projects with conflicting and often changing priorities and deadlines.
• Promote and foster a work environment free from harassment and discrimination. In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the Engineering Technologist 2 level requires:
• Experience in the schematic creation and PCB layout of control systems, high-speed digital designs, and RF.
• Working knowledge of setting design rules using Constraint Manager in Mentor Graphics software.
• Working knowledge of use of different materials and processes for PCB fabrication.

Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related degree and 5 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation Candidates that meet the degree requirement, but who do not meet the two-year experience requirement, are encouraged to apply and may be considered for hire through an allowable variance.

Desired Qualifications:

• IPC and/or PCEA certification preferred. (CID/CID+)
• Knowledge of general PCB fabrication and assembly processes.
• Ability to make decisions regarding board material selection for design packages.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large parts libraries.
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires U.

S. citizenship.

Work Environment:

Work Location:

The work location for this position is hybrid. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice. 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. Where You Will Work Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security.

Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius) Additional Details Additional Details Directive 206.2
• Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.

2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance:

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window. Los Alamos National Laboratory Social Links Connect with Los Alamos National Laboratory Other Local Jobs from Los Alamos National Laboratory Help for Other Local Jobs from. Opens a new window. Change to Grid view Pause Carousel Previous Slide Next Slide Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 Adminstrative Assistant 3/Administrative Assistant 4 Los Alamos National Laboratory Los Alamos, NM Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants Regular Corporate

• Today What You Will Do This position will be filled at the Administrative Assistant 3 and 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. Administrative Assistant 3 ($49,600
• 76,700) Utilities & Infrastructure (UI) is seeking an enthusiastic, responsible early-career professional with strong communication skills to support the Facilities Operations Directorate (FOD).

The Utilities & Infrastructure Facilities Operations Directorate is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Laboratory's utility systems, including electric, gas, sewer, steam, and water. In addition, UI manages and maintains all site open spaces, including roads and grounds, as well as the Laboratory's transportation programs. The selected candidate will serve as an Administrative Assistant within the Utilities & Infrastructure Division, providing high-level support in a fast-paced office environment. Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following administrative duties:

• Ensure timely progress toward deliverables while allowing time for planning and reflection.
• Maintain a professional office atmosphere and assume responsibility with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative, versatility, accuracy, tact, and discretion in sensitive matters.
• Review, prioritize, track, and distribute incoming and outgoing messages and actions, including electronic and hardcopy mail utilizing established or self-developed databases and/or systems.
• Compose, prepare, and edit routine and non-routine correspondence; review and prioritize incoming correspondence and make decisions regarding appropriate distribution.
• Plan and coordinate logistics for meetings, including preparation of materials.
• Issue visitor badges
• Act as General Services Administration Vehicle custodian
• Serve as a Designated Procurement Representative and maintain related records and documents
• Performs a wide range of administrative and office-related functions and activities requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations. Administrative Assistant 4 ($60,500
• 93,600) In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, the selected candidate will support the Facility Operations Division Leader, other Group offices and interact and collaborate with other support staff within the Division.

The candidate will schedule, plan and coordinate visits and meetings; interact with all levels of personnel; prioritize workload and produce high quality work; exhibit excellent communication skills; purchase equipment and other materials; act as a back-up for lower-level administrative staff as needed; and exhibit a can-do attitude regarding all of the office administrative duties.

• Utilize LANL applications for typical administrative functions (Oracle time & Labor, Concur for foreign and domestic travel, Foreign Travel system, Outlook calendar management, UTrain, submitting FSRs, etc.).
• Effectively support the UI Division leader and groups in a manner that is customer-focused and positive, teaming with other support staff in the groups, division, and external to our organization.
• Maintain a professional demeanor as well as office environment; demonstrate initiative and willingness to help when needed; serve as a point of contact for employees.
• Effectively manage commitments for timely deliverables.
• Take initiative to research answers to questions when they arise and resolve problems in a complex work environment where information is most sensitive.
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding established administrative policies and procedures.
• Serve as administrative support for administering keys/cores/locks.
• Serve as administrative support for managing the division's vehicles.
• Effectively manage multiple calendars and coordinate meetings with multiple managers, group leaders, and other administrators.
• Work under pressure of multiple deadlines, frequent interruptions, and changing priorities.
• Demonstrate record of dependability and reliability as proven through good attendance and quality of work.

General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share Administrative Assistant 3 Los Alamos National Laboratory Los Alamos, NM Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive Regular National Labor Exchange

• 1 day ago What You Will Do The Technical Area 55 Division (TA55-DO) is looking for an experienced, highly motivated administrative assistant to support the division office under the direction and supervision of the Manufacturing Manager and Staff Operations Manager.

The selected candidate will have a customer-focused approach to administrative responsibilities and work cooperatively with the staff in a dynamic and diverse office environment. You will be expected to function with minimal supervision in a professional, confidential, and discrete manner, and adhere to timeliness, flexibility, and adaptability. You must maintain a professional demeanor under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines and a large number of daily interactions with a variety of internal and external staff. You will be a resource to interpret and provide information regarding organizational policies and procedures, have comprehensive knowledge of Laboratory administrative policies and interact with all levels of management at the Laboratory. Some of the responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• calendar management
• answering phones
• composing, editing
• proofreading routine and non-routine correspondence
• processing material purchases
• verifying and tracking time and labor
• making travel arrangements/expense reports
• processing visitor paperwork
• creating and maintaining office files/records/SharePoint and web/form design
• Division Office task tracking and task response.

What you

Need Minimum Job Requirements:

Administrative Support Advanced experience and proven competence performing administrative support and office management. Provide support in a busy, dynamic office environment and assist with special projects wherever needed. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure of multiple deadlines, interruptions, and changing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Proven experience organizing, prioritizing and following through to completion on multiple tasks under strict deadlines and changing priorities. Demonstrated experience managing electronic calendars and coordinating meetings. Organization Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and follow-through to complete multiple tasks, often under strict deadlines, frequent interruptions, and changing priorities. Communication Excellent oral and written skills, including proofreading, grammar, spelling, punctuation, accuracy, and attention to detail. Excellent customer service skills. Business Systems/Document Production Advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Teams, Google Docs, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.), including the demonstrated ability to independently interpret data and information to produce professional Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations. Must be able to produce reports, documents and complex internal and external correspondence with minimal supervisors and often without established instruction.

Education/Experience:

Position requires a High School Diploma and 3 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and experience with Labwide systems (Oracle, Concur, etc.);
• Experience making decisions and resolving problems both independently and as a team member, using judgment, creativity, flexibility and initiative to determine the approach or action to take in non-routine situations;
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and interact with all levels of management including high-level external stakeholders and sponsors;

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Active DOE Q Clearance Work Location:

The work location for this position is fully 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:

For full consideration, please provide a comprehensive resume, which outlines how you meet the minimum and desired skills noted above. 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. Where You Will Work Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security.

Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius) What Directive 206.2
• Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.

2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance:

Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements

• for access to classified matter.

This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.

S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test:

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position:

Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants:

Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required per General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share See all jobs from Los Alamos National Laboratory Location/Work Site Information Help for Location/Work Site Information. Opens a new window. Cost of Living Calculator Help for Cost of Living Calculator. Opens a new window. Compensation and Benefits Help for Compensation and Benefits. Opens a new window. Job Type and Required Hours Help for Job Type and Required Hours. Opens a new window. Work Experience Help for Work Experience. Opens a new window. Education and Training Help for Education and Training. Opens a new window. Skills Required Help for Skills Required. Opens a new window. Specialized Job Requirements Help for Specialized Job Requirements. Opens a new window. Occupation Information for Electronics Engineers, Except Computer Help for Occupation Information for Electronics Engineers, Except Computer. Opens a new window. Other Jobs and Employers Help for Jobs Available , opens a new window. Career Ladder Help for Career Ladder. Opens a new window. Personal Requirements Help for Personal Requirements. Opens a new window. Nature of the Work Help for Nature of the Work. Opens a new window. Work Values and Activities Help for Work Values and Activities. Opens a new window. This job was posted at http://usnlx.com on 02/27/2026 4:22:11 PM. Change Job Search Criteria Print Job Order Opens in new window [ Do you have a comment or concern about this job posting? ]