Livermore, CA, United States · Engineering
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Job Description We have multiple openings for Group Leaders in the Micro and Nano Technology Section (MNTS) within the Materials Engineering Division (MED). You will provide leadership for research and development activities in areas such as micro- and nanoscale materials, devices, and systems; nanofabrication and advanced manufacturing; materials characterization and metrology; microfluidics and microsystems, including micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS); sensors and instrumentation; and bioengineering and biotechnology. You will have a key role in developing successful careers, building a positive working environment, and developing staff to meet program needs. In addition to the Group Leader role, you will be expected to maintain a technical programmatic project assignment. These positions are in MED, which is part of the Engineering Directorate. 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. 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. In this role, you will
• Provide leadership, supervision, and technical, strategic, and administrative direction, guidance, and support to a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technologists in accomplishing project and program goals and objectives.
Qualifications • Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or biomedical engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry, or a related technical field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience. • Advanced knowledge of and significant experience in one or more areas such as micro- and nanoscale materials, devices, and systems; nanofabrication and advanced manufacturing; materials characterization and metrology; microfluidics and microsystems, including micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS); sensors and instrumentation; and bioengineering or biotechnology. • Significant experience collaborating with technical business partners to identify and lead complex technical projects, including workforce planning, tracking milestones, and providing performance feedback to team members. • Significant experience giving technical presentations and participating in reviews, identifying technical needs, developing practical approaches, and delivering working solutions for program customers. • Significant leadership experience and demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of technical staff, including training, coaching, team building, and career and performance management. • Advanced problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, responding to changing priorities while ensuring timely and accurate completion of work. • Advanced communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills necessary to effectively present and explain technical information and to advise senior management and external sponsors. Additional qualifications at the SEL.4 level
• Extensive experience leading personnel on highly complex technical projects, including project planning and execution and developing creative solutions to a diverse range of highly complex problems.
• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or biomedical engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry, or a related field. • External technical leadership supported by publications, presentations, patents, and research initiatives. • Experience developing and leading multi-institutional research efforts for sponsors such as DOE, DoW, and other federal agencies. • Experience with LLNL and Engineering administrative policies, procedures, and design safety practices and standards. Pay Range: $189,660 - $288,396 Annually $189,660 - $240,528 Annually for the SEL.3 level
$227,430 - $288,396 Annually for the SEL.4 level This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe 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-Hybrid
Position Information This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.
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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.
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