Electrical Engineer

COMPA Industries, Inc.; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

COMPA Industries, Inc. seeks an Electrical Engineer (Level 2) for a 1-year assignment at LANL to support the Plutonium Rapid Response Team.

The role covers design, review, and field support for electrical systems up to 480V and includes construction documentation and multidisciplinary coordination. Requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) and 3+ years of relevant experience, with the ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of DOE/NNSA codes and nuclear facility requirements.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a DOE 'Q' clearance.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast-paced, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Perform conventional electrical engineering design and calculations for low-power applications.
• Develop and support engineering design packages and construction documents.
• Produce and interpret construction documentation for projects.
• Provide field and project engineering support, including field mitigation.
• Review LAP-4 and internal designs and support changes requested by the team.
• Work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Interface with stakeholders across disciplines in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply engineering tools to deliver high-quality work and improve processes.

Skills

Electrical power design

Construction documentation

Field engineering

DOE/NNSA codes

CAD tools

Control systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

CAD software

Engineering drawing tools

Job description

Contract: 1-year assignment with possible extension up to 3 years; conversion possible

Work Schedule: 4/10s, day shift (see Contract Details)

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” clearance

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) for an Electrical Engineer (Level 2) to support the Plutonium Rapid Response Team. This role performs a full range of design engineering responsibilities in support of facility design, operation, and maintenance, applying broad and diversified knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and DOE-complex requirements.

The work centers on low-power electrical design (typically under 480V; 208V and 120V are common) including conductor sizing, conduit sizing, and junction boxes. You will review and develop internal and engineered designs, produce and interpret construction documentation, and provide field engineering support as part of a multi-discipline team in a secure, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform conventional electrical engineering design, analysis, and calculations, with emphasis on low-power applications (conductor and conduit sizing, junction boxes).
• Develop, review, and support engineering design packages and construction documents and specifications.
• Produce and interpret construction documentation as a core engineering responsibility.
• Provide construction, field, and project engineering support, including field mitigation.
• Review LAP-4 and internal designs and support design changes requested by the team.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a multi-discipline team.
• Apply engineering technology and tools to deliver high-quality work and continuously improve work processes.
• Interface with stakeholders across disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required, with a strong 3+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience aligned with the responsibilities above. This position may be subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities.

Top Skills & Requirements

• Electrical power design experience, with low-power emphasis (under 480V; 208V and 120V common).
• Experience producing and interpreting construction documentation and specifications.
• Field engineering / field mitigation experience.
• Working knowledge of industry, regulatory, and DOE/NNSA codes, standards, and criteria relevant to electrical engineering (e.g., NQA-1, IBC, NFPA, NEC).
• Experience with computer-aided design/drafting software or markup tools.
• Control systems experience is useful but not required.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” clearance. U.S. citizenship is required (with very limited exceptions), and candidates must be at least 18 years of age. An active clearance is not required at the time of hire. The position is 100% on-site with no remote work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at a DOE or DoD facility working with NQA-1, IBC, NFPA, and NEC.

Duration: 1-year assignment with possible extension up to 3 years. Conversion to a permanent position is also possible. Extension and conversion are at the discretion of the hiring manager and are not guaranteed.

Work Schedule: 4/10s, day shift. After a training period (Tuesday–Friday, 10-hour shifts), employees may move to a weekend-inclusive schedule such as Friday–Monday, 10-hour shifts. Shift assignments are determined by management based on operational needs. Overtime is not expected.

Per Diem: Per diem is available. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Travel

No travel is required for this position. Occasional on-site driving (government or private vehicle) may occur but is not expected.

Interview Process

Interviews are typically a single round; a second round may be added in select cases. The position requires the ability to physically access plant areas, which includes walking around the facility.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don’t just build your career, build the future, with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status.