Project Engineer 3

Compa Industries; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Relocation support

Job summary

Compa Industries is seeking a Project Engineer 3 for a 100% onsite role at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM. The position requires a 6+ year engineering background and an ABET-accredited degree, with DOE Q clearance preferred or the ability to obtain it.

You will lead technical scopes, coordinate with customers, and manage the design review lifecycle while ensuring quality and compliance across all phases. LANL-specific standards and on-site execution are essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree with 6+ years of experience
• DOE Q clearance or ability to obtain clearance
• 100% onsite at LANL; hybrid/remote not permitted

Responsibilities

• Lead development of technical scopes and coordinate with customers
• Manage full design review lifecycle (30%/60%/90%) with internal/external SMEs
• Champion technical quality and compliance across all phases of project execution
• Oversee design deviations and change control processes
• Collect, review, and archive project documentation in accordance with LANL standards

Skills

Project leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Cross-disciplinary coordination

On-site work

Education

ABET-accredited engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

EVMS

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Los Alamos, NM 87544

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $70.00 - $75.00 hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Project Engineer 3 – Location

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Project Engineer 3 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in Los Alamos, NM.

Pay: $70/hr - $75/hr
Location: 100% Onsite – Los Alamos, NM (TA-55, installation support)
Citizenship: US Citizenship Required
Work Schedule: Flexible (4/10s preferred; day/night/weekend shift options)
Clearance: DOE Q Clearance preferred, or ability to obtain
Job Posting: JP3069

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

To be considered, candidates must meet the following three conditions:

• U.S. Citizenship and eligibility to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
• 6+ years of engineering experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Must be willing to work 100% onsite at LANL – hybrid/remote not permitted

Impact

This position plays a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient execution of engineering solutions at the Plutonium Facility (PF-4). As part of the Project Engineering Group (PFE-PE), you will manage engineering deliverables, design reviews, and field execution to advance projects that safeguard the nation’s nuclear capabilities.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead development of technical scopes and coordinate with customers
• Manage full design review lifecycle (30%/60%/90%) with internal/external SMEs
• Champion technical quality and compliance across all phases of project execution
• Oversee design deviations and change control processes
• Collect, review, and archive project documentation in accordance with LANL standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multi-discipline coordination
• Strong understanding of engineering deliverables and lifecycle workflows
• Familiarity with DOE or DOD regulated environments
• Excellent verbal/written communication and project leadership skills
• Experience in design change management and document control

Desired Skills

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and EVMS
• Familiarity with NQA-1, ASME, IEEE, NFPA, and other DOE-relevant codes
• Background in electrical systems, glovebox design, or high-consequence facilities
• Prior experience mentoring junior engineers

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: ABET-accredited Bachelor’s in Engineering + 6 years’ experience
Desired: Advanced degree and/or PE license

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

Compa offers meaningful work in a mission-focused environment with:

• Immediate impact on national security
• Broad technical collaboration across install groups
• Potential for per diem or relocation support
• Long-term stability with conversion potential after 2 years

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Compa is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. COMPA’s policy may disqualify candidates with certain criminal histories from specific roles.