Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Technical Project Manager 1 (Engineering) opportunity in Los Alamos, NM to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Per diem is available for those who qualify.

Citizenship: United States Citizenship is required

Work Location: 100% Onsite, TA-50/55

Organization/Group: LIP-DD

Schedule: 4/10s and OT

Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain DOE Q Clearance. An active Q clearance is preferred.

Summary:

The Technical Project Manager (TPM) 1 is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of technical and operational project activities across multidisciplinary teams within secure DOE facilities. This position contributes to defining project deliverables, maintaining schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards. The selected candidate will assist in developing technical documentation, coordinating readiness activities, and managing the day-to-day project operations that enable mission success.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer seeking to apply technical, organizational, and analytical skills to high-visibility projects in a classified environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and execution of discrete project tasks from initiation through closeout, ensuring adherence to technical, safety, and schedule requirements.
• Assist with defining project scope, deliverables, and milestones; track progress and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Develop technical documentation, data reports, and visual materials supporting project reviews, readiness assessments, and presentations.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, spatial analyses, and 3D models to support feasibility reviews and system integration efforts.
• Assist in tracking project risks, performance metrics, and corrective actions in accordance with Laboratory procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings, document action items, and communicate status updates to technical and operations teams.
• Support compliance with DOE orders, safety standards, and quality assurance requirements within radiological and secure work environments.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts and lessons learned documentation to enhance overall project performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, including internships or research in an engineering or technical environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize technical data.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Q Clearance (active clearance preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor
• Experience supporting DOE, NNSA, or NRC programs or operations.
• Working knowledge of DOE safety, radiological, and security standards.
• Familiarity with project tracking tools, engineering document control, and facility operations documentation.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Hands-on experience developing 2D/3D technical models, spatial layouts, or mechanical system analyses.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to cross-disciplinary projects and prepare professional-level technical presentations.

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.

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