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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people talents ideas experiences and perspectives. This is essential to innovation and creativity for continued success of the Laboratorys mission.

Job Description

We have multiple openings for Computational Engineers to conduct basic and applied research in the optimization simulation and design of physical and engineered systems. You will work collaboratively and independently to extend and develop physics-based design optimization tools. The team is working to both extend the state-of-the-art and support Laboratory missions. These positions are in the Computational Engineering Division (CED) of the Engineering Directorate.

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 roleyou will

• Develop and implement HPC algorithms and simulations for the optimal design of engineering systems governed by nonlinear transient multiscale and multiple physical phenomena that include uncertainties in geometry and material properties.
• Contribute to solving challenging design optimization problems.
• Develop forward model continuum simulations to solve the governing partial differential equations of physical systems necessary for advanced design.
• Document research through presentations and peer-reviewed journal articles and contribute to identifying future research directions and proposals that will provide opportunities in the field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the SES.3 level

• Guide the establishment of future research directions and influence proposals that will provide future research opportunities in the field.
• Identify and solve challenging design optimization problems highlighting capabilities and establishing credibility with mission customers.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering Mathematics Computational Science or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Knowledge of shape/topology optimization techniques and algorithms.
• Experience developing simulation tools using continuum approaches (e.g. finite elements) for physical systems.
• Experience programming skill in C/C++/FORTRAN and scripting languages including Python/Matlab.
• Comprehensive experience with explicit design sensitivity analysis via direct (forward) and adjoint (backward) methods.
• Knowledge of massively-parallel computing and one or more associated parallel programming interfaces such as MPI OpenMP or CUDA.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively collaborate in a team environment present and explain technical information document work prepare and present successful proposals and high-quality research papers.

Additional qualifications at the SES.3 level

• Advanced knowledge of shape/topology optimization techniques and algorithms.
• Significant experience developing simulations tools using continuum approaches (e.g. finite elements) for physical systems and advanced programming skill in C/C++/FORTRAN and scripting languages including Python/Matlab.
• Significant experience with explicit design sensitivity analysis via direct (forward) and adjoint (backward) methods and experience with massively-parallel computing and one or more associated parallel programming interfaces such as MPI OpenMP or CUDA.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively collaborate in a team environment present and explain technical information document work prepare and present successful proposals and high-quality research papers.

Qualifications We Desire

• Exposure to machine learning and other data science techniques.

Additional Information

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2021 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Work for a premier innovative national Laboratory
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Collaborative creative inclusive and fun team environment

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LLNL demonstrates its commitment to public safety by requiring that all new Laboratory employees be immunized against COVID-19 unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to all new hires including those who will be working on site as well as those who will be teleworking.

Security Clearance

LLNL is a Department of Energy (DOE) and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Laboratory. Some positions will require a DOE L or Q clearance (please reference Security Clearance requirement above). If you are selected and a clearance is required wewill initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if youmeet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. An L or Q clearance requires U.S. citizenship. For additional information please seeDOE Order 472.2.

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LLNL is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer that values and hires a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion marital status national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity disability medical condition pregnancy protected veteran status age citizenship or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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