Subject Matter Expert - Engineering​/Fire Protection

Overview

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, is a trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing high‑caliber staff and experts. We are seeking a motivated Subject Matter Expert – Engineering Design/Fire Protection to support our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public‑sector clients to address new ventures and complex environmental, natural resource, and civil infrastructure challenges. Our engineers and scientists deliver technical leadership that is recognized worldwide.

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Well‑being programs to support employees and families.

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business management or related field (required).

• At least 7 years of directly applicable experience in a specialized technical field and recognized as an expert in the specific area; or equivalent combination of education and experience (required).
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contract security requirements.
• Applicants must be able to successfully pass a federal background investigation to secure and maintain DOE Q security clearance.
• Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client‑driven drug and background testing are required.
• Marijuana remains a Schedule III controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow federal drug‑free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.

• Location:
  
  Los Alamos National Lab – Los Alamos, NM.
• Hybrid Role – occasional travel to the site. Local candidates can work in the facility if desired.
• Per diem available when traveling.
• Initial assignment of 1 year with extension possible.
• 4/10 schedule.

Geosyntec encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and is committed to a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, disability or any other protected class.