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Nuclear Facilities Engineer (Fire Protection Focus)
Los Alamos, NM
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HiFyve is hiring a Nuclear Facilities Engineer (Fire Protection Focus) in Los Alamos, NM.


Salary: $104K - $211K

Shift: 4x10 schedule (Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon)

Location: Onsite - Los Alamos, NM (Relocation package)


Position Overview:


This is a high-impact engineering role supporting critical facility infrastructure in a complex, highly regulated environment. You will serve as a subject matter expert in fire protection systems, working across multidisciplinary teams to design, maintain, and improve safety-critical systems that support mission-driven operations.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Design, analyze, and support fire protection systems (alarms, suppression, life safety, passive systems)
  • Lead and support system modifications, upgrades, and new installations
  • Perform engineering studies (arc flash, fault current, system coordination, equipment sizing)
  • Ensure compliance with NFPA, IBC, IFC, and other regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction teams
  • Support commissioning, testing, and system turnover processes
  • (Senior level) Provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and lead complex multi-discipline projects


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


  • Experience with fire protection systems in industrial, commercial, or nuclear environments
  • Strong understanding of engineering design, system integration, and lifecycle support
  • Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NFPA, IBC, IFC, etc.)
  • Experience with CAD and engineering analysis tools
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate across teams
  • Strong technical judgment and problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • 3+ years (Engineer II) or 6+ years (Engineer III) experience
  • U.S. Citizenship required (clearance eligibility)
  • Ability to obtain high-level security clearance


Why Join Us:


  • Work on mission-critical systems with real-world national impact
  • High visibility, high-responsibility engineering role
  • Strong compensation + relocation support
  • Career growth in a technically advanced environment


If you are interested, please apply.



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