Sandia National Laboratories · 8 hours ago
Early Career Systems Engineer - ES&H Assurance, Hybrid
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$87K/yr - $169K/yrSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. They are seeking a dedicated Systems Engineer to focus on the operational application of systems engineering, managing safety events and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure accurate documentation and timely notifications.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Receive, review, and process reported safety events using ESHield and other IT databases to ensure timely and accurate documentation
Conduct structured inquiries into reported events, developing clear, factual event descriptions and categorizing safety events in accordance with DOE Orders
Facilitate and/or participate in initial event assessments, including reviewing ESHield Quick Form messages, 311 calls, and other event notifications from ES&H coordinators, subject matter experts, and accountable managers
Coordinate and execute initial notifications including ES&H databases within required timeframes, and manage handoffs between notification personnel and reporting specialists/causal analysis teams
Prepare notification documentation and event notification emails to responsible managers and safety coordinators, and maintain accurate event tracking information in ES&H databases
Collaborate closely with accountable managers, subject matter experts, safety professionals, and other relevant parties to gather and validate event details, ensuring awareness and follow-up actions
Interface with customers and stakeholders including accountable managers, ES&H coordinators, and subject matter experts to ensure timely and accurate event notifications, employing customer service skills and a consultative approach to provide guidance based on specific event circumstances
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field or other relevant area, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
Experienced with analytical and investigative skills with the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources into clear written summaries
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with managers and technical staff
The ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance
Preferred
Demonstrated verbal and written communications including strong technical writing, word processing, and oral presentation skills with emphasis on clear, concise notification documentation
Demonstrated customer service skills including experience in developing and sustaining effective relationships with diverse stakeholders during time-sensitive situations
Familiarity with DOE Order 232.2A or other DOE, corporate, or federal occurrence reporting requirements, and familiarity with multiple ES&H disciplines and event categorization requirements
Experience with evaluating events, determining appropriate categorizations, conducting event inquiries, and executing notification requirements within regulatory timeframes
Ability to support multiple event notifications and initial assessments simultaneously while meeting reporting timelines and maintaining attention to detail and effective execution of time-critical notification requirements
Results-oriented individual who has excellent attention to detail, maintains composure under pressure, and drives for excellence in notification quality and timeliness
Knowledge of DOE ISMS principles and overall ES&H management system implementation and integration
Experience with ESHield or similar event tracking and notification systems
Demonstrated experience working in a regulated environment such as government, national laboratories, energy, or industrial safety programs
Maintain and update notification templates, job aids in accordance with notification process and regulatory requirements
Benefits
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
Founded in 1945
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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