SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT I

Banda Group International, LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Full health coverage

Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Banda Group International, LLC in the United States is seeking a Subject Matter Expert I (SME-1) to provide advanced technical leadership in support of complex, mission-critical systems, with a strong emphasis on fire protection design and regulatory compliance.

The SME-1 leads cross-functional design, integration, fabrication, and construction activities, ensuring adherence to NFPA codes and project objectives while coordinating with engineering teams, facility operations, and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 8+ years of related experience.
• Strong experience in engineering design, integration, fabrication, and construction support.
• Expertise in fire protection systems, including fire alarm and fire suppression design.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and other industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical efforts related to the design, integration, fabrication, and construction of complex engineering systems.
• Provide subject matter expertise in fire protection systems, including fire alarm and fire suppression design and compliance (e.g., NFPA codes).
• Direct and coordinate daily engineering activities supporting ongoing projects and system modifications.
• Serve as technical lead on integration initiatives, including development and issuance of technical reports.
• Support fabrication and installation efforts across multiple concurrent projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project engineering, facility engineering, and installation groups.
• Manage and track assignments, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, and mission objectives.
• Interface with senior leadership and external stakeholders, including government customers, to present technical information and project updates.
• Contribute to scope development, project realignment efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Fire protection design

Project coordination

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Banda Group International (BGI) is a world-class, employee-owned provider of environmental safety, security, technical, and project management support services for a diverse clientele across government and private sectors worldwide. Founded on the principles of environmental, health, and safety (EH&S), BGI is built on a culture of excellence, collaboration, and service. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are always looking for talented individuals who share our values and want to grow with us.

Position Summary

The Subject Matter Expert I (SME-1) provides advanced technical leadership and engineering expertise in support of complex, mission-critical systems and projects. This role serves as a key authority in engineering design, integration, and execution activities, with a strong emphasis on fire protection systems and related regulatory compliance. The SME-1 leads multidisciplinary efforts across design, fabrication, and construction phases, ensuring alignment with applicable codes, standards, and project objectives. Working closely with engineering teams, project leadership, and external stakeholders, this position plays a critical role in delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality technical solutions in support of mission requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical efforts related to the design, integration, fabrication, and construction of complex engineering systems
• Provide subject matterexpertisein fire protection systems, including fire alarm and fire suppression design and compliance (e.g., NFPA codes)
• Direct and coordinate daily engineering activities supporting ongoing projects and system modifications
• Serve as technical lead on integration initiatives, including development and issuance of technical reports
• Support fabrication and installation efforts across multiple concurrent projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project engineering, facility engineering, and installation groups
• Manage and track assignments, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, and mission objectives
• Interface with senior leadership and external stakeholders, including government customers, to present technical information and project updates
• Contribute to scope development, project realignment efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, fire protection, or related field) and a minimum of 8+ years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong experience in engineering design, integration, fabrication, and construction support
• Demonstratedexpertisein fire protection systems, including fire alarm and fire suppression design
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (e.g., NFPA and other industry/regulatory standards)
• Experience leading technical efforts or serving as a technical authority on engineering projects
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams in complex project environments
• Strong communicationand organizational skills, including technical reporting and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in engineering or related technical field
• Experience in DOE, NNSA, or other highly regulated facility environments
• Experience supporting large-scale integration or mission-critical engineering projects
• Experience interfacing with government customers or senior leadership
• Familiarity with fabrication and installation oversight in complex systems
• Strong leadership experience coordinating across multiple engineering disciplines

What We Offer

BGI offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, in accordance with plan documents, including:

• Pay depending on experience
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -- giving employees a direct stake in the company's long-term success
• 100% employer-paid Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD for all full-time employees; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
• Medical coverage -- PPO or HDHP plan options; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
• Abundant employer contribution for HSA enrollees
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Robust PTO plan and 11 paid holidays per year
• Generous 401(k) with safe harbor program and up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match
• $1,500 yearly personal development reimbursement for all levels of employees
• Corporate gym membership rates at Orangetheory Fitness
• Veteran Support -- Military Leave Program
• Excellent working environment with team building and bonding events

Why join us

Banda Group International is committed to hiring veterans and those who have sacrificed for our country. Bring your skills, forge a new path with the BGI family, and continue the bonds of service with fellow veterans.

BGI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. BGI believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.