Senior Mechanical Engineering- System Design

Mid-Senior Level | Full-time Engineering | Livermore, CA | 07/08/2026Reference #: REF8562LJob Code: SES.3 Science & Engineering MTS 3 / SES.4 Science & Engineering MTS 4Organization: Active DOE Q clearance (or active Top Secret clearance)Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)Medical Exam: A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.Job DescriptionWe have multiple openings for Senior Mechanical Engineers to participate in new and ongoing projects. We provide nuclear weapon engineering design expertise; systems engineering; experimental device design; fabrication and assembly; surveillance of nuclear stockpile components; engineering analysis and computational simulation; and engineering testing for evaluation and maintenance of the enduring and future nuclear weapon stockpile. Our engineers interface with colleagues at other National Laboratories and Production Agencies, National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and Department of Defense (DoD) and their contractors. These positions are in the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED), within the Engineering Directorate. Depending on your assignment, this position may offer a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You may have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. You willProvide technical expertise in mechanical and electromechanical design.Conduct research in structural, thermal, hydraulic, or dynamics modeling of mechanical systems.Produce advanced conceptual and detail designs in support of on-going projects.Coordinate project interfaces and deployment interfacing with other organizations internal and external to the Laboratory.Lead and/or provide guidance and technical direction to multidisciplinary project teams in a growing, dynamic environment.4 level Set broad project vision and strategy and influence technical direction for self and others.Provide expert capability in highly complex mechanical design and analysis.QualificationsThis position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.Advanced knowledge of mechanical design.Significant experience in prototype development and testing, as well as hardware design and analysis.Significant experience in managing, overseeing, and delivering multiple projects on budget and schedule.4 level Expertise in highly complex mechanical design and analysis and significant experience in project planning and highly complex technical leadership.Significant experience developing and implementing creative solutions to a diverse range of highly complex problems and leading corrective actions where necessary.Expert communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills necessary to present, explain, and advise senior management and/or external sponsors and proven record of team building and conflict resolution.Qualifications We DesireMaster's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.Advanced knowledge of systems engineering principles and practices and their application.4 LevelThis 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.Additional Information#LI-HybridPosition InformationThis is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?Flexible Benefits Package401(k)Relocation AssistanceEducation Reimbursement ProgramFlexible schedules (*depending on project needs)Our values - visit Security ClearanceThis position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.Wireless and Medical DevicesPer 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. 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