Subject Matter Expert 1 (Electrical Safety Officer)

Compa Industries; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 113,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Compa Industries seeks an Electrical Safety Officer (Subject Matter Expert 1) to lead LANL's electrical safety program in Los Alamos, NM. The role requires a BS in a relevant field and 2+ years in the field, with DOE Q-level clearance eligibility and coast-to-coast safety standards knowledge.

You'll administer the LANL Electrical Safety Program, lead incident investigations, and ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, IEEE, and OSHA standards while coordinating with engineers and field teams to

Qualifications

• Mandatory knowledge of NFPA 70E and related electrical safety standards.
• Experience with field operations and raising safety concerns.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to produce reports and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer and lead the LANL Electrical Safety Program.
• Act as the primary contact for electrical safety concerns.
• Support construction and field operations to ensure compliance with safe work practices.
• Conduct electrical incident investigations and identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Lead electrical safety assessments and workplace condition inspections.
• Review IWDs and LOTO procedures.
• Contribute to electrical safety codes, standards, and specifications.
• Provide technical expertise to engineers and field teams.
• Evaluate controlled items for compliance with safety requirements.
• Calculate electrical severity scores for reported incidents.
• Develop and update written safety policies and procedures.

Skills

NFPA 70E knowledge

MS Office

Leadership

Communication

Field experience

DOE environment

Education

BS in relevant field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Los Alamos, NM 87544

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $82.00 - $88.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Position: Electrical Safety Officer (Subject Matter Expert 1)

Client: Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance

Work Schedule: Full-time

Pay: $82/hr - $88/hr

Job Posting: JP3064

Mandatory Experience Requirement

• U.S. Citizenship is required for DOE Q-level clearance eligibility.
• Minimum education/experience: BS in a relevant field and at least 2 years of field experience (or equivalent combination).
• Advanced knowledge of NFPA 70E, and familiarity with other applicable electrical safety standards including NFPA, IEEE, and OSHA is mandatory.

Impact

As the Electrical Safety Officer at Los Alamos National Laboratory, you will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing the electrical safety culture at one of the nation's premier research institutions. You will guide the development and enforcement of electrical safety standards and practices that protect workers and support mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Administer and lead the LANL Electrical Safety Program.
• Act as the primary contact for all electrical safety-related concerns.
• Support construction and field operations to ensure compliance with safe work practices.
• Conduct electrical incident investigations and identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Lead electrical safety assessments and workplace condition inspections.
• Review Integrated Work Documents (IWDs) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Contribute to electrical safety-related codes, standards, and specifications.
• Provide technical expertise and problem-solving support to engineers and field teams.
• Evaluate controlled items and services for compliance with electrical safety requirements.
• Calculate electrical severity scores for reported incidents.
• Develop and update written safety policies, procedures, and design standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of field experience, or equivalent combination.
• Advanced knowledge of NFPA 70E, and other applicable NFPA, IEEE, and OSHA electrical safety standards.
• Experience with electrical systems including low voltage AC and DC applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to pass Radiological Worker II training.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with LANL-specific procedures and systems.
• Experience with technical writing for policy and procedure development.
• Hands‑on field experience with implementing electrical safety protocols in research or DOE environments.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: BS degree and 2+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Compa Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.