Project Engineer 3

Job DetailsJob Location: Los Alamos, NM 87544Education Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $70.00 - $75.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: None 

Project Engineer 3
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 coordination 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
Familiar 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



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


 
Qualifications 

 

Minimum Qualifications


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