Job Description
Job Location Los Alamos, NM 87544 Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $87.00 - $93.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage None
Project Engineer 4
Compa Industries is searching for experienced candidates for a Project Engineer 4 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in Los Alamos, NM.
- Pay: $87/hr - $93/hr
- Location: 100% Onsite – Los Alamos, NM (TA-55, install phase)
- Citizenship: US Citizenship Required
- Work Schedule: 4/10s preferred; flexible with other shifts (including weekends/nights)
- Clearance: DOE Q Clearance preferred, or ability to obtain
- Job Posting: JP3070
🚫 Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying
Applicants must meet the following top 3 criteria or will not be considered
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
- 9 years of engineering experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited)
- Ability to work 100% onsite; no hybrid options unless for emergency scenarios
Impact
Project Engineers at this level are instrumental in driving the successful execution of complex technical projects that directly support the U.S. nuclear deterrent. You will be embedded in the Plutonium Facility engineering team, ensuring continuity of operations, design excellence, and successful implementation of high-risk systems.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Lead and manage full-lifecycle project engineering efforts from scope development to closeout
- Interface with internal customers and stakeholders to define project needs and technical strategy
- Guide multi-disciplinary teams through engineering reviews and deliverable milestones
- Oversee change control processes and ensure compliance with LANL standards
- Collect, manage, and archive all project documentation and test data per DOE requirements
Minimum
Qualifications
- Extensive experience leading technical teams on complex, multi-system projects
- Expert understanding of DOE/DOD standards, including NQA-1, ASME, NFPA, IBC, etc.
- Strong background in cost/schedule management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, EVMS)
- Demonstrated success navigating regulatory environments and high-consequence operations
- Strong interpersonal and documentation skills
Desired Skills
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Deep familiarity with LANL engineering standards (ESM, Conduct of Engineering)
- Project leadership in glovebox, electrical, or manufacturing systems highly desired
- Mentorship experience with early-career engineers
- Previous DOE/DOD or high-consequence facility experience (nuclear, pharma, oil/gas)
Education and Experience Requirements
- Required: Bachelor’s in Engineering (ABET-accredited) + 12 years’ relevant experience
- Desired: Advanced technical degree and active PE license
Why Work at COMPA Industries?
We offer stability, national security impact, and a team-first culture focused on:
- Long-term assignments with conversion potential
- Mission-critical technical work in high-consequence environments
- Supportive and collaborative install teams
- Relocation/per diem assistance possible for qualified candidates
COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. COMPA’s policy may disqualify candidates with certain criminal histories from employment in sensitive roles.
Qualifications
Minimum
Qualifications
- Extensive experience leading technical teams on complex, multi-system projects
- Expert understanding of DOE/DOD standards, including NQA-1, ASME, NFPA, IBC, etc.
- Strong background in cost/schedule management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, EVMS)
- Demonstrated success navigating regulatory environments and high-consequence operations
- Strong interpersonal and documentation skills
