Project Engineer, Safety Engineer

Project Engineer 4 - Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)

Location:

100% onsite
- Los Alamos, NM (TA-55, install phase)

Pay: $87/hr - $93/hr

Citizenship: US citizenship required

Work Schedule:

4/10s preferred; flexible with other shifts (including weekends/nights)

Clearance: DOE Q clearance preferred, or ability to obtain

Job Posting: JP3070

• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a DOE Q clearance
• 9 years of engineering experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited)
• Ability to work 100% onsite; no hybrid options unless for emergency scenarios

Project Engineers at this level are instrumental in driving the successful execution of complex technical projects that directly support the U.S. nuclear deterrent. You will be embedded in the Plutonium Facility engineering team, ensuring continuity of operations, design excellence, and successful implementation of high-risk systems.

• Lead and manage full-lifecycle project engineering efforts from scope development to closeout
• Interface with internal customers and stakeholders to define project needs and technical strategy
• Guide multi-disciplinary teams through engineering reviews and deliverable milestones
• Oversee change control processes and ensure compliance with LANL standards
• Collect, manage, and archive all project documentation and test data per DOE requirements

• Extensive experience leading technical teams on complex, multi-system projects
• Expert understanding of DOE/DOD standards, including NQA-1, ASME, NFPA, IBC, etc.
• Strong background in cost/schedule management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, EVMS)
• Demonstrated success navigating regulatory environments and high-consequence operations
• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Deep familiarity with LANL engineering standards (ESM, Conduct of Engineering)
• Project leadership in glovebox, electrical, or manufacturing systems highly desired
• Mentorship experience with early-career engineers
• Previous DOE/DOD or high-consequence facility experience (nuclear, pharma, oil/gas)

• Required:
  
  Bachelor's in Engineering (ABET-accredited) + 12 years’ relevant experience
• Desired:
  Advanced technical degree and active PE license

• Long-term assignments with conversion potential
• Mission-critical technical work in high-consequence environments
• Supportive and collaborative install teams
• Relocation/per diem assistance possible for qualified candidates

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