Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for Project Engineer 2 and 3 opportunities in Los Alamos, NM, to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Per diem available for those who qualify.
Work Location: Hybrid – occasional travel onsite; local candidates can work in the facility
Group/Organization: PIE-EPF1 (Los Alamos/Otowi 03-261 Building number or Sante Fe/Pacheco building)
Travel: To vendor facilities on occasion (a week at a time, estimated every 3-4 months)
Work Schedule: M-F 4/10 or 9/80 schedule, Occasional OT based on mission need, no on-call required
Summary:
The Project Engineer will play a central role in supporting the 30-PIT mission through fabrication, procurement, and equipment renovation efforts within LANL’s Plutonium Facility (PF-4). This position is responsible for leading the fabrication and procurement of PIT-related systems, including building and delivering critical components while ensuring alignment with mission objectives and technical requirements.
The Project Engineer will support the renovation and fabrication of equipment, driving improvements to performance, reliability, and operational readiness in support of PIT production. This individual will work closely with procurement engineers, internal stakeholders, and a diverse team of subject matter experts and external vendors to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions.
Throughout all phases, the Project Engineer is accountable for ensuring that technical solutions meet mission requirements, facilitating collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining alignment between engineering deliverables and program goals. The role requires strong engagement with vendors and project teams to execute fabrication and procurement strategies effectively while ensuring successful project delivery and documentation compliance.
Required Qualifications:
Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, chemical, biological) from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years of practical work experience
Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years of practical work experience
· Software Knowledge: MS Teams and MS Office products
· Nuclear project and glovebox experience
· Mechanical and HVAC experience
· Knowledge and experience in managing technical teams and interfacing with other engineering disciplines
· Knowledge and understanding of technical scope development and senior-level understating of common engineering design document deliverables
· Project Engineering Qualifications Test: All Project Engineers will be required to pass an Oral Qualifications Test within 12 months of their hiring date
· Administrative Subcontract Technical Representative: All Project Engineers will be required to be qualified as an Administrative Subcontract Technical Representative (AdSTR) within 3 months of their hiring date
Other Job Requirements:
- United States Citizenship
- Must be able to obtain and maintain DOE Q Security Clearance.
If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers
Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!
WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.
View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers