Electrical Safety Officer

Compa-Industries; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 117,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Job summary

Compa Industries seeks a Subject Matter Expert 1 (Electrical Safety Officer) for 100% onsite work at LANL in Los Alamos, NM. Earn $85–$95/hr in a nuclear/DOE environment with a DOE Q clearance. 7+ years in electrical field experience, NFPA 70/70E expertise, and strong safety program leadership are required.

The role drives the Electrical Safety Program, conducts investigations, and ensures compliance across teams. Rotating shifts may apply; per diem available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years electrical field experience or equivalent.
• Deep knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E (critical requirement).
• Experience in commercial, industrial, or DOE environments.
• Strong background in electrical inspections, hazard assessments, and code compliance.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to pass Radiological Worker II training.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary authority for electrical safety and administer the Electrical Safety Program.
• Support construction and field teams by ensuring proper implementation of electrical safe work practices.
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Perform field inspections to identify and mitigate electrical hazards.
• Lead reviews of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Integrated Work Documents (IWDs).
• Develop and improve electrical safety procedures, policies, and standards.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers, planners, and field personnel.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA, IEEE, and DOE standards.
• Evaluate systems and equipment for electrical safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical safety

NFPA 70 / NFPA 70E

Electrical inspections

Hazard assessments

DOE environments

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 7 years electrical field experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Subject Matter Expert 1 (Electrical Safety Officer)

Salary: $85/hr – $95/hr
Location: 100% Onsite – Los Alamos, NM (TA-51 / TA-55)
Schedule: 4/10s (multiple shifts available – days/nights/weekends)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Clearance: Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance required
Per Diem: Available for eligible candidates

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Applicants must meet all requirements below or will not be considered:

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
• Strong electrical safety background (NFPA 70 & 70E required)
• 7+ years of electrical field experience or equivalent combination of education/experience
• Willing to work 100% onsite in a nuclear/DOE environment

Impact

The Electrical Safety Officer plays a critical role in ensuring safe execution of electrical work across high-consequence nuclear and construction environments at LANL. You will serve as the subject matter expert for electrical safety, directly influencing field operations, compliance, and hazard mitigation across multiple teams and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary authority for electrical safety and administer the Electrical Safety Program
• Support construction and field teams by ensuring proper implementation of electrical safe work practices
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Perform field inspections to identify and mitigate electrical hazards
• Lead reviews of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Integrated Work Documents (IWDs)
• Develop and improve electrical safety procedures, policies, and standards
• Provide technical guidance to engineers, planners, and field personnel
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA, IEEE, and DOE standards
• Evaluate systems and equipment for electrical safety compliance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + 7 years of electrical field experience (or equivalent)
• Deep knowledge of NFPA 70 / NFPA 70E (critical requirement)
• Experience working in commercial, industrial, or DOE environments
• Strong background in electrical inspections, hazard assessments, and code compliance
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly across teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to pass Radiological Worker II training

Preferred Background

• DOE, NNSA, or nuclear facility experience
• Licensed electrician (Inside Wireman, Journeyman, or similar)
• Experience supporting construction or facility operations in regulated environments
• Familiarity with low voltage AC/DC systems and industrial electrical applications
• High-consequence nuclear facility setting (TA-51 / TA-55)
• Field-based role with direct interaction with craft, engineers, and project teams
• Rotating shifts may include days, nights, and weekends
• Opportunity for long-term extension and potential conversion

Why This Role

This is a high-impact opportunity to step into a lead electrical safety role at one of the nation’s most critical national security laboratories. You will directly influence safety culture, compliance, and mission success while working alongside top-tier engineering and construction teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compa Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.