Project Engineer 2 and 3

Edgewater Technical Associates

$80K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college (mechanical, electrical, chemical, or biological)
  • 3-6 years of practical work experience depending on level
  • Proficiency in MS Teams and MS Office products
  • Experience in nuclear projects and glovebox operations
  • Mechanical and HVAC experience required
  • Demonstrated ability to manage technical teams and collaborate with various engineering disciplines
  • Knowledge of technical scope development and engineering design documents

Responsibilities

  • Lead fabrication and procurement of PIT-related systems
  • Drive improvements to equipment performance, reliability, and operational readiness
  • Collaborate with procurement engineers and subject matter experts
  • Ensure technical solutions align with mission requirements
  • Facilitate cross-disciplinary teamwork for project success
  • Engage with vendors to execute effective procurement strategies
  • Maintain compliance with project documentation standards

Benefits

  • Per diem available for qualified candidates
  • Hybrid work location with occasional onsite travel
  • Flexible work schedule options (4/10 or 9/80)
  • No on-call requirement
  • Opportunities for professional growth through experience with multidisciplinary teams
  • Engagement in critical national security projects at LANL
Full Job Description
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!

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