Mechanical Engineer

COMPA Industries, Inc.; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPA Industries, Inc. in West Mifflin, PA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a 1-year contract to lead repair-technology test programs at Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, with responsibilities spanning from design to subcontract management.

The role requires a BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering and 5 years (BS) or 2 years (MS) of relevant experience, plus ability to obtain a DOE L clearance. On-site with up to 10% telework, travel to vendors/shipyards may be involved.

Qualifications

• Must have BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience.
• 5+ years with BS or 2+ years with MS in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Ability to develop and interpret specifications, drawings, and standards.
• Experience leading laboratory operations and coordinating with stakeholders.
• DOE L clearance is required or must be obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Lead test programs supporting repair technology development in lab and via subcontracts.
• Plan, follow and execute work, and produce technical designs, instructions, and procedures.
• Develop and interpret specifications, drawings, and engineering standards.
• Plan and execute tests, analyze results, and assist with technical reports.
• Contribute to development of repair techniques by drafting and reporting subcontracted contracts.
• Lead laboratory operations in a productive, timely, compliant manner.
• Support travel to vendors and shipyards as needed.

Skills

Specifications & drawings

Test program planning

Technical reporting

Lab operations

Data acquisition tech

Education

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering

MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location: West Mifflin, PA (On-site, up to 10% telework)

Pay Rate: $60–$65/hr

Contract: 1-year contract with possible extension

Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to join a team of engineers at Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, PA, supporting repair technology development efforts by leading test programs both within a laboratory setting and via commercial subcontracts. This challenging and rewarding position offers opportunities to continue expanding technical skills through assignments involving both established and novel repair technologies, including epoxy/composite technologies, mechanical/machining processes, and arc welding technologies.

The role involves regular interface with stakeholders and support groups across the laboratory, shipyards, and program headquarters. The successful candidate will plan, follow, and execute work efforts; conceive and produce technical designs, instructions, and procedures; and contribute to the development of novel repair techniques by drafting, placing, following, and reporting subcontracted repair method development and demonstration contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead test programs supporting repair technology development, both within the laboratory and via commercial subcontracts.
• Plan, follow, and execute work efforts, and conceive and produce technical designs, instructions, and procedures.
• Develop and interpret specifications, drawings, and engineering standards.
• Plan and execute test programs, design experiments, analyze experimental results, and assist with the preparation of technical reports.
• Contribute to the development of novel repair techniques by drafting, placing, following, and reporting subcontracted repair method development and demonstration contracts.
• Lead and execute laboratory operations in a productive, timely, and compliant manner.
• Support project planning, equipment testing, and repair deployment, including travel to vendors and shipyards as needed.

Required Education & Experience

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or an MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Top Skills & Requirements

• Ability to develop and interpret specifications, drawings, and engineering standards (or the ability to learn it).
• Ability to plan and execute test programs, design experiments, and analyze experimental results.
• Experience assisting with the preparation of technical reports.
• Ability to lead and execute laboratory operations in a productive, timely, and compliant manner.
• Familiarity with digital data acquisition hardware and software (preferred).

Security Clearance

A DOE “L” clearance is required for this position. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials engineering.
• Background in industrial operations.
• Ability to help develop, test, evaluate, and eventually qualify repair procedures in the laboratory or via vendors and shipyards.
• Excellent individual initiative and creativity.

Duration: 1-year contract with the possibility of extension. Extensions are not guaranteed and are executed at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Estimated Hours: Approximately 2,080 straight-time hours per year (full-time).

Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week; up to approximately 10% telework.

Anticipated Start: September 2026.

Travel

Some travel to vendors and shipyards is required to support project planning, equipment testing, and repair deployment.

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.