Electrical Engineer

COMPA Industries, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPA Industries seeks an Electrical Engineer to join Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Niskayuna, NY. You will work on building and utility construction projects from scope definition through design and construction, collaborating with sponsors, facility staff, architectural engineering firms, and contractors.

The role involves on-site work with some telework, requires the ability to obtain a DOE security clearance, and offers a 2-year contract with full-time hours and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with experience on building and facility projects.
• Ability to develop contract documents, calculations and cost estimates.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Experience in construction administration including submittals, RFIs, and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define project scope with sponsors.
• Develop specifications, calculations and cost estimates for projects.
• Oversee architectural engineering firms on concept designs and cost estimates.
• Review electrical construction documents for drawings and design quality.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including submittals, RFIs and inspections.
• Coordinate with facility staff and contractors throughout the project.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Contract documents & specs

Cost estimates

Building codes

Construction administration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location: Niskayuna, NY (On-site, up to 20% telework)
Pay Rate: $55–$62/hr
Contract: 2-year contract
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance

About the Role

We are recruiting for an Electrical Engineer to join a team at Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Niskayuna, NY. You will work within a project team supporting building and utility construction projects at the Knolls Site, from early scope definition through design and into the construction phase.
The role works closely with project sponsors, facility staff, architectural engineering firms, and construction contractors. You will help define what gets built, review how the design firms develop it, and provide electrical engineering support in the field while it is constructed. Some of the work takes place in the industrial areas of the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and define project scope with project sponsors.
• Work with the project team to develop specifications, calculations, and cost estimates for building and utility projects.
• Oversee architectural engineering firms as they develop concept designs, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Perform drawing and design reviews of electrical construction documents.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including submittal reviews, RFI responses, and construction inspections.
• Coordinate and interact with facility staff and contractors throughout the project.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university, with experience performing electrical engineering tasks on building and facility projects. The hiring team will consider candidates across a range of experience levels.

Top Skills & Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience performing electrical engineering tasks, including the development of contract documents, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Working knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Experience in construction administration, such as submittal review, RFIs, and construction inspections.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT certificate and/or P.E. license.
• Engineering consulting experience.
• Working knowledge of the NEC.

Contract Details

Duration: 2-year contract.
Estimated Hours: Approximately 2,080 straight-time hours per year (full-time).
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week; up to approximately 20% telework.
Anticipated Start: As soon as possible.

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.