Senior/Principal R&D Laboratory Support Technologist - Power Sources Design, Onsite

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We are seeking an R&D Laboratory Support Technologist to join our dynamic Power Sources Technology Group (PSTG). The selected candidate will work directly with staff members on programs within the PSTG in thermal battery design and development which supports the SNL nuclear deterrent mission.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Support teams performing fundamental research into thermal battery chemistry and electrical/mechanical properties
• Develop and build prototype units to support a wide range of testing
• Document procedures and results, complete data analysis, and present out work to the team
• Own and/or maintain labs and laboratory equipment

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

$72,800 - $140,600

*Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• High school diploma plus 3 years or more of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with:
  • Electromechanical components, such as batteries
  • Building non-routine prototyping development hardware
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

• Secondary degree or certificate (AA or BS) in relevant STEM field, such as mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, or material science
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to safety and safe work practices
• Familiarity with battery and other power source technologies, principles, hazards, and operating characteristics
• Familiarity with laboratory analytical equipment and/or software
• Experience in laboratory operations (e.g. maintenance/ownership)
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex, hazardous operations safely
• Experience writing test plans and analyzing test data and preparing brief reports for staff and management
• An ability to work in a team environment with staff, technologists, and support personnel as well as take broad direction and implement technical activities without detailed guidance or oversight

The Power Sources Technology Group (PSTG) provides comprehensive capabilities in power source research, design, engineering, characterization, evaluation, and testing. Supporting the PSTG is a staff of more than 80 scientists, engineers, and technicians with backgrounds in chemistry, electrochemistry, metallurgy, chemical engineering, materials science, engineering, and physics. The power sources Thermal Battery Design and Development group designs, develops and prototypes electrochemical power sources, including thermal batteries and associated battery assemblies for nuclear applications. Additionally, the team develops advanced manufacturing techniques for thermal battery production and provides engineering support for surveillance and shelf-life programs in support of the nuclear deterrence mission at Sandia National Labs.

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

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