Structural Engineer

COMPA Industries, Inc.; Town of Niskayuna (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPA Industries, Inc. seeks a Structural Engineer for the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory site in Niskayuna, NY. The role supports building and utility construction, coordinating with architectural firms and facility staff through scope to construction.

You will work on projects from scope through construction in a nuclear facilities environment, with a DOE L clearance requirement and active collaboration with contractors.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Structural Engineering required or candidate with related experience.
• Experience performing structural engineering tasks including contract documents, calculations and cost estimates.
• Working knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Experience in construction administration with submittal reviews, RFIs and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define project scope with project sponsors.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and drawing reviews for building and utility projects.
• Oversee architectural engineering firms as they develop concept designs, construction documents and cost estimates.
• Provide engineering support during construction of building and utility projects.
• Coordinate and interact with facility staff and contractors.

Skills

Structural engineering tasks

Building codes and standards

Construction administration (submittal

Coordination with facilities staff and

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

Location: Niskayuna, NY (on-site, up to 20% telework)
Pay Rate: $55–$65/hr
Contract: 2 years, full-time
Clearance: DOE “L” required

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Structural Engineer to join a team at Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory. The position sits in the laboratory’s facility design group and supports building and utility construction projects at the Knolls Site in Niskayuna, NY, where the laboratory carries out its work for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
You will work within a project team and carry projects from scope definition through construction, overseeing architectural engineering firms and coordinating with facility staff and contractors along the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and define project scope with project sponsors.
• Work with the project team to develop specifications, cost estimates, and drawing reviews for building and utility projects.
• Oversee architectural engineering firms as they develop concept designs, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Provide engineering support during the construction phase of building and utility projects.
• Coordinate and interact with facility staff and contractors.

Required Education & Experience

B.S. in Structural Engineering. The hiring team will consider candidates across a range of experience levels, from early-career engineers through senior practitioners.

Top Skills & Requirements

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

Security Clearance

This position requires a DOE “L” security clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain and maintain a DOE "L" clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT certificate and/or P.E. license.
• Engineering consulting experience.
• Working knowledge of New York State building codes and AISC and ASCE standards.

Contract Details

Duration: 2-year contract.
Estimated Hours: Approximately 2,080 straight-time hours per year.
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
Work Arrangement: On-site at the Knolls Site with up to 20% telework. The work includes time in industrial areas and on active construction projects.

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.
licants will receive consideration without regard to protected status.