What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Engineer 3 position at COMPA Industries, Inc.?
Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Construction Engineer 3 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in Los Alamos, NM.
Candidates must meet all three criteria below or will not be considered:
As a senior member of the Construction Engineering team, you’ll ensure that complex installation and maintenance projects at LANL are executed safely and precisely according to technical, regulatory, and national standards. Your leadership and technical expertise will directly support U.S. nuclear infrastructure reliability and mission readiness.
Responsibilities And Duties
COMPA offers an opportunity to lead complex, high-impact construction initiatives at one of the world’s premier scientific institutions. You’ll join a team driven by collaboration, safety, and mission excellence — with competitive compensation, long-term potential, and relocation/per diem support.
COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. COMPA’s policy may disqualify candidates with certain criminal histories from employment in sensitive positions.
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- Pay: $65/hr – $70/hr
- Location: 100% Onsite – Los Alamos, NM (TA-55)
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
- Work Schedule: 4/10s preferred; flexible with other shifts
- Clearance: DOE Q Clearance preferred, or ability to obtain
- Job Posting: JP3073
Candidates must meet all three criteria below or will not be considered:
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited) with 6 years of experience, or 14 years equivalent industry experience
- Must be 100% onsite; hybrid/remote not available
As a senior member of the Construction Engineering team, you’ll ensure that complex installation and maintenance projects at LANL are executed safely and precisely according to technical, regulatory, and national standards. Your leadership and technical expertise will directly support U.S. nuclear infrastructure reliability and mission readiness.
Responsibilities And Duties
- Oversee field construction activities for conformance with approved drawings and codes
- Lead coordination between design engineers, field personnel, and contractors
- Mentor junior engineers and field staff in project execution and compliance
- Conduct material take-offs and ensure procurement aligns with project needs
- Propose and implement field process improvements to enhance efficiency and safety
- Advanced knowledge of construction engineering principles and field verification practices
- Strong experience resolving technical challenges during project execution
- Proficient in ASME, NEC, ACI, and other technical codes and standards
- Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- EIT or PE license
- Familiarity with DOE and LANL standards (Conduct of Engineering, ESM)
- Experience in nuclear, laboratory, or high-consequence environments
- Background in electrical, mechanical, or glovebox installation systems
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 6 years of experience OR 14 years of related industry experience
- Desired: Professional certification (EIT or PE)
COMPA offers an opportunity to lead complex, high-impact construction initiatives at one of the world’s premier scientific institutions. You’ll join a team driven by collaboration, safety, and mission excellence — with competitive compensation, long-term potential, and relocation/per diem support.
COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. COMPA’s policy may disqualify candidates with certain criminal histories from employment in sensitive positions.
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Salary : $65 - $70
