Research Student/Engineer

Job Description

Research Student/Engineer | Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL)

The Tone:
This is a research student/engineer position at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), located in Livermore, CA. LLNL is a world-renowned institution dedicated to strengthening United States security by applying expertise to create solutions for significant global challenges. This role offers an opportunity for students to engage in practical research, providing technical and research support to diverse projects and contributing to the Laboratory’s vital mission.

The TL;DR
• Role: Research Student/Engineer
• Location: Livermore, CA
• Pay: $6752–$8201 monthly
• Team: Materials Engineering Division (MED), within the Engineering Directorate
• Mission: Provide technical and research support to projects across various engineering and science fields, furthering educational goals.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Research Support: Provide technical and/or research assistance to projects in electrical, mechanical, optical, material science, data science, applied physics, bio-engineering, advanced manufacturing, chemical, and ceramic engineering fields.
• Project Execution: Conduct assigned research and/or projects under limited direction and supervision, working alongside engineers, scientists, and technical staff.
• Technical Assistance: Perform technical assignments of basic complexity and offer advanced technical support for scientific research and development projects.
• Communication: Present and communicate research results and findings to the assigned research group effectively.
• Professional Development: Attend relevant seminars to further enhance knowledge and skills in specialized areas.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Must be a continuing college/university student pursuing a graduate degree, or have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree, in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, optical engineering, material science, or related fields. Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
• Experience: Demonstrated experience applying advanced engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems, coupled with familiarity in using personal computers and common office software like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Skills: Proven academic achievement in a scientific curriculum, ability to present and clearly communicate complex concepts and research project findings, and effective interpersonal skills for collaborative team environments.
• Bonus: A GPA of 3.0 or above is desired.