Engineering Jobs in Aiken, SC

Project Controls (EVMS SME)

Number of Positions: 1

Location: Savannah River Site (SRS) – Aiken, SC (100% Onsite)

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Clearance: Ability to obtain DOE Q clearance (Active L/Q strongly preferred)

Work Schedule: 4x10s (Mon–Thurs, 6:00am–4:30pm)

Pay Rate: $80/hr – $90/hr

Impact

This is not a standard Project Controls role. We are seeking a senior-level EVMS Subject Matter Expert who can lead project controls strategy on complex DOE capital projects. You will directly influence cost, schedule, and execution performance across high-visibility programs, partnering with senior leadership to drive data-informed decisions and corrective actions.

What Sets This Role Apart

• High visibility with senior DOE and site leadership
• Ownership of full lifecycle project controls execution
• Leadership across complex, multi-project EVMS environments
• Requires a true dual-expert in Primavera P6 and Cobra

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and own the Project Controls function for major project scopes
• Develop and maintain fully resource-loaded, logic-driven schedules in Primavera P6
• Drive EVMS performance including CPI/SPI analysis, variance reporting, and corrective actions
• Utilize Cobra for cost processing, earned value, and financial reporting
• Perform deep-dive variance analysis and present insights to executive stakeholders
• Establish and maintain project baselines (scope, cost, schedule)
• Lead forecasting, risk analysis, and change control (BCPs, trends)
• Facilitate cost and schedule reviews with senior leadership
• Mentor project controls teams and enforce best practices
• Integrate cost, schedule, and technical data across multiple systems

Required Qualifications (Strict Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10–15+ years of progressive Project Controls experience on large, complex projects
• Demonstrated experience supporting DOE, NNSA, or comparable nuclear / federal programs
• Proven ability to operate as a lead or SME in EVMS environments

Critical Must-Have Expertise (Non-Negotiable)

Primavera P6 (Advanced / Expert)

• 10+ years hands-on experience
• Expert in resource loading, baseline development, and critical path analysis
• Experience managing large, integrated schedules

Cobra (Advanced / Expert)

• 8–10+ years experience
• Deep expertise in cost processing, EVMS reporting, and variance analysis
• Experience integrating Cobra with scheduling systems

EVMS (Expert Level)

• Extensive experience with ANSI/EIA-748 compliant EVMS
• Proven performance managing cost/schedule metrics at scale
• Strong experience with BCPs, change control, and forecasting

Project Controls Systems Mastery

• Advanced knowledge of cost, scheduling, and financial systems integration
• Expertise in forecasting, performance tracking, and reporting

Highly Preferred (Strong Differentiators)

• Active DOE L or Q Clearance
• DOE 413.3 capital project experience
• Experience with enterprise tools (e.g., Empower, Success)
• Background in nuclear, EPC, or large-scale construction environments

Top Candidate Profile

• Recognized EVMS and Project Controls SME
• Strong in both scheduling (P6) AND cost (Cobra)
• Comfortable presenting to executive leadership
• Experienced in highly regulated environments (DOE/NNSA)
• Proactive in identifying issues and driving corrective action

Top 10 Attributes (Condensed)

1. Primavera P6 (Expert)
2. Cobra (Expert)
3. EVMS SME (ANSI/EIA-748)
4. DOE / NNSA Experience
5. Resource-Loaded Scheduling
6. Cost & Schedule Variance Analysis
7. Forecasting & Planning
8. Change Control (BCPs)
9. Leadership & Mentorship
10. Executive Communication

Additional Information

• No C2C (Corp-to-Corp) engagements
• No third-party recruiting agencies or submissions

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

COMPA Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Spectra Tech, Inc. is URGENTLY hiring for Structural Engineers in Aiken, South Carolina. APPLY TODAY!

**Per diem is available for non-local candidates who live more than 100 miles away.**

Position Overview

We are looking for a Structural Engineer to support project and facilities engineering. Ideal candidates will have a strong structural background and be knowledgeable in piping supports and HVAC duct support. This role will focus on structural design reviews and supporting safety basis structural items that need to be addressed during projects. Familiarity with concrete foundations and steel structures is desired.

Job Responsibilities

• Support design efforts of modifications on existing facilities.
• Assist in the design and construction of infrastructure projects.
• Work with a team of multi-engineers in support of facility design and/or improvements.
• Perform structural analysis, including some calculations.
• GT Strudl or STAAD software experience is desired.
• Be able to perform walkdowns as needed.
• DOE experience preferred, but not required.

Essential Job Functions

• Structural analysis

Position Requirements (Special Training/License)

• Structural Engineering software experience: GT Strudl or STAAD is preferred

Qualifications

• B.S. in civil engineering, and at least 10 years of professional experience in the design and construction of infrastructure projects.
• Department of Energy clearance preferred, but not required.

At Spectra Tech, Inc., our recruitment team is powered by real people in real time—personally reviewing every application with care and integrity. We take pride in identifying and recruiting top-tier talent while maintaining full alignment with federal regulations, EEOC standards, and fair hiring practices that reflect our commitment to excellence and equity

Spectra Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We are also an E-verify employer.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.