Electrical Safety Officer (SME)

Coastal International Security, Inc; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 243,559,680 - 272,213,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Coastal International Security, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Safety Officer (SME 1) at Los Alamos, NM.

This lead role oversees the Electrical Safety Program across construction and facility teams supporting critical nuclear infrastructure, with emphasis on safety culture, compliance, and hazard mitigation. The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years in electrical field work or equivalent, deep NFPA 70/70E knowledge, DOE environment experience, and the ability to pass Radiological

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 7+ years electrical field experience or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Deep knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E is required.
• Experience in commercial, industrial, or DOE environments.
• Strong background in electrical inspections, hazard assessments, and code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary authority for electrical safety and administer the Electrical Safety Program.
• Support construction and field teams by ensuring proper 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

Hazard assessment

Code compliance

Safety program leadership

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Safety Officer (SME 1) - Nuclear Facilities

Location: Los Alamos, NM | 100% Onsite | TA-51 / TA-55 (PF-4)

Compensation: $85 - $95/hr

Schedule: 4/10s, multiple shifts available, days, nights, and weekends

Duration: 1-year contract, extension and conversion possible

Per Diem / Relocation: Both available for qualifying candidates

Clearance: Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance required, not required at hire

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

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. As the Electrical Safety Officer, you will serve as the subject matter expert for electrical safety, directly influencing field operations, compliance, and hazard mitigation across construction and facility teams working on mission‑critical nuclear infrastructure. You will directly influence safety culture, compliance, and mission success while working alongside top‑tier engineering and construction teams.

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 plus 7 years of electrical field experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Deep knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E, a 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

Work Environment

• High consequence nuclear facility setting, TA-51 and 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

Mandatory Requirements - Read Before Applying

• S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance required
• Strong electrical safety background, NFPA 70 and 70E required
• 7+ years of electrical field experience or equivalent combination of education and experience