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Project Manager 2 / Superintendent 3

Company: Los Alamos National Laboratory

Salary: $62/hr - $68/hr

Location: TA55 Plant, Los Alamos, NM

Citizenship: US Citizenship Required

Work Schedule: 4/10 Schedule with anticipated overtime. (Graveyard shifts may be required).

Clearance: Ability to acquire a DOE Q Clearance

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Candidates must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for this role:

• Nuclear experience is required – applications without direct nuclear project experience will not be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction or engineering-related experience.
• Must be able and willing to work graveyard shifts.

Impact

Join a high-performance Construction Superintendent team supporting Los Alamos National Laboratory's mission-critical objectives. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead projects and personnel at one of the nation's most prestigious scientific institutions, directly contributing to national security and innovation.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Lead construction projects valued at $500k or less
• Oversee Superintendent 2 personnel as needed
• Serve as Control Account Manager (CAM) for designated projects
• Conduct and lead investigations into abnormal events, incidents, or accidents
• Create and maintain project performance plans, schedules, and budgets
• Provide detailed variance analysis and implement corrective actions
• Present project updates to federal sponsors and senior stakeholders
• Interface with all levels of management and stakeholders
• Drive project execution in line with DOE 413.3B and EVMS standards
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards
• Lead constructability reviews and assess impacts on cost and schedule

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in engineering, procurement, or construction
• Demonstrated project leadership with budget, schedule, and scope management
• Experience with nuclear construction environments and DOE 413.3B compliance
• Deep understanding of collective bargaining agreements and labor coordination
• Proven ability to analyze blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Prior experience with computerized work management systems
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Desired Skills

• Nuclear Worker designation
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
• Strong customer engagement and stakeholder management experience
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in secure and high-risk environments
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills

Education And Experience Requirements

• Recognized degree in engineering or scientific discipline, or
• Equivalent specialized training in project management with substantial practical experience

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs. Compa is committed to building strong communities, solving complex national challenges, and supporting our employees with competitive compensation and a collaborative culture. For over 30 years, we've partnered with top national labs, offering meaningful opportunities in cutting-edge environments.

Equal Opportunity

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Note: COMPA's policy may disqualify applicants with certain criminal histories from employment in specific positions.

Operations Support Specialist 3 / Field Work Supervisor

No C2C/1099

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for an Operations Support Specialist 3 position at the Client in Los Alamos, NM.

Salary: $50 - $55/hr

Location: Los Alamos, NM

Citizenship: US Citizenship Required

Work Schedule: 9/80A schedule

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance

Impact

As an Operations Support Specialist 3, you will play a critical leadership role in ensuring the successful execution of construction activities and operational deliverables within a Hazard Category 2, Security Classification 2 radiological facility. Your oversight will directly impact mission success, regulatory compliance, safety performance, and the timely delivery of complex construction projects supporting the DOE mission. This position is responsible for the end-to-end success of construction and operational deliverables, ensuring quality, efficiency, safety, and compliance with Laboratory policies and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide oversight of overarching mission deliverables for construction activities and operations, ensuring quality, accuracy, efficiency, and successful completion.
• Ensure work is performed safely and delivered on schedule within a Hazard Category 2, Security Classification 2 radiological facility.
• Maintain compliance with Laboratory policies and regulatory requirements.
• Organize and oversee operations in construction and field controls.
• Ensure timely completion of discrete technical activities or operational projects.
• Adhere to technical project requirements and coordinate across multiple groups within construction projects to ensure proper staffing and execution.
• Provide timely group support services to assist construction projects.
• Ensure consistent application of construction engineering standards and practices across projects.
• Ensure documentation is adequate; develop documentation when gaps are identified.
• Install and improve processes to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Manage budgets and provide oversight of workers and subcontractors.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and customers.
• Oversee quality control and assurance activities and manage complex issues in alignment with NQA-1 standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15 or more years of experience in the construction field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting the DOE mission.
• Professional and safety certifications relevant to construction within the DOE and nuclear complex.
• Demonstrated experience supporting construction activities in regulated environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance.
• US Citizenship required.

Desired Skills

• Prior DOE experience supporting construction projects.
• Experience in a work control setting aligned with quality control and quality assurance.
• Experience managing complex technical issues under NQA-1 requirements.
• Qualifications as an Electrical Field Work Supervisor, Field Work Supervisor, and/or Responsible (Line) Manager preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A recognized bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical discipline, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• 15+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years supporting DOE mission activities.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don't just build your career, build the future, with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Description

The Civil Project Engineer will provide timely, innovative, and realistic engineering support to the management and operations groups for both the HB Solution Mine, North Plant and East Plant. The primary responsibilities include safe and efficient oversight of tailings operations, project management of civil engineering projects and the successful implementation of the long-range plans to achieve corporate goals.

JOB DUTIES

• Serve as the company's primary point of contact and subject matter expert for tailings management compliance
• Assist in the design and oversee tailings and mine waste facilities, water systems, and roads.
• Conduct surveying, site investigations, and construction inspections
• Build and maintain positive professional relationships with government agencies and other external stakeholders
• Ensure all data, statistics and reports required by management and regulatory bodies are accurately compiled and submitted on time
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and lead remediation efforts
• Manage budgets and costs related to civil construction projects
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators and operating statistics as they relate to tailings management and impoundment stability
• Assist Corporate Technical Services with construction projects as they relate to impoundment design and operation
• Evaluate the stability of active tailings areas and recommend design changes when required to increase safety or optimize management of water balance
• Engage and coordinate third-party experts and contractors as needed pertaining to tails management and impoundment stability
• Assist with ROW, layout and construction activities for well pads, roads and pipelines
• Manage critical infrastructure and identify necessary improvements.
• Support operations by maintaining site infrastructure.
• Collaborate with mill and underground mine teams on engineering projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree
• Strong project planning and construction oversight skills
• Demonstrated competency in civil engineering disciplines and project management
• Drafting skills adequate to create drawings and maps using AutoCAD, Vulcan and Carlson Suite are required.
• Experience in geotechnical design, hydraulic design, and soil mechanics a plus
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations is a plus
• Understanding of Solution Mining principles is a plus
• Understanding of advanced surveying procedures

OPPORTUNITIES

• Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance
• 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match
• Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules
• Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid's career path program

SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

9/80 schedule, Monday - Thursday, 9-hour workdays, Fridays worked, 8-hour workday, with every other Friday off. Schedule subject to change.

• Office environment with regulated temperatures
• Outside industrial environment with associated temperature extremes to match the seasons
• Exposed to louder than moderate noises (ex: vehicle noises, machinery noises, etc.)
• Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing, walking, sitting over 2/3 of work time, squatting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and fingers movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs. less than 1/3 of the time
• Must be able to perceive color differences
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed

A pre-placement physical and hair follicle drug test will be required for anyone selected for this opportunity. Placement into the position will not be made until the results are received and cleared by Intrepid.

ABOUT US

Intrepid is an entrepreneurial organization committed to developing unique and environmentally sound ways of extracting minerals of global importance to multiple industries. While our legacy potassium products hold a strong reputation in the agriculture and feed industries, the expansion of our water, brine and other solutions contributes to the oil and gas industries to support energy resources. This diversification of products and customers expands our growth and impact beyond yesterday's needs. Working at Intrepid, you will experience the commitment, teamwork, and growth in every role and experience.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

We put the unity in \"opportunity.\"

Opportunity Snapshot:

• Compensation: $93/hour
• Location: Carlsbad, NM
• Assignment Duration: 18 months+
• Work Schedule: M-F / 40 hours+
• Benefits: Comprehensive with 401K, holidays and PTO

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Master's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management
• Experience with Data Visualization tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or Spotfire required
• Data analytics programming experience in SQL or Python preferred
• Experience in project controls focused on cost control and schedule control achievements
• Supervisory experience required
• Certification(s) in the project management discipline from a recognized organization (Primavera, PMI, AACE etc.) preferred
• Willing to relocate to required project site
• Knowledgeable with company project management best practices framework and key work processes
• Demonstrated ability to drive creativity, innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong Influencing, Consulting, Mentoring, Analytical, and Computing skills
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Adaptability to changing priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and respond quickly to urgent analysis requests

Responsibilities:

• Provide timely and accurate data and deliverables in support of benchmarking and tool building. Provide overall project cost, schedule, progress measurement, and change management leadership and expertise
• Provide support to Project Team and Stewards with cost and schedule analysis, reporting, forecasting and budgeting. Development of Project Controls Plan and Management of Change (MOC) Plan. Administer and facilitate the Management of Change process
• Ensure that the Stewardship process is established and implemented, leading to monthly cost and schedule stewardship reviews
• Coordinate and communicate priorities for new and ongoing estimating, planning and cost control activities. Lead preparation and maintenance of the Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS), the Original Control Budget (OCB), Current Control Budget (CCB) and Project Master Schedule, and Budget (Planning & Budgeting (P&B), and the overall cost and progress control system
• Coordinate the collecting, analyzing, and reporting of project cost and schedule control information, to ensure overall project status is assessed and potential problem areas identified; prepares overall cost and schedule forecasts
• Facilitate Capital Efficiency / Opportunities and Vulnerabilities process
• Interface with Controllers regarding AFEs/budgets and invoices and development of Work-In-Place
• Participate in bid evaluation process (as required). Participate in developing Contract Price Budgets and Contract Control Schedules and Milestones
• Ensure familiarity of Project Controls team with Contractor payment terms and contract coordination procedures applicable to their scope
• Lead preparation for Gates Reviews, Advance Commitment, Full Funding or Supplement activities
• Coordinate development of cost and schedule estimates in preparation of Gate and Check Point/Advance Commitment reviews. Coordinate development of Estimate Confidence Packages and Estimate Development Plans
• Respond to ad hoc requests from Project Management Team (PMT) related to Controls/Reporting
• Support preparation of Close-out Reporting / CA$HD Input
• Perform quality assurance at the project level by monitoring and appraising the performance of Contractors in the areas of cost control, progress measurement and schedule control. Responsible for ensuring that proper and effective project control measures are executed by the Contractor; including the Contractor's cost and schedule control organization, plans and procedures
• Review and, where appropriate, endorse schedule, progress and cost baselines and forecast prepared by contractors. Review progress measures reported by the Contractor
• Review cost and schedule bases of Contractor's Change Proposals / Orders; including progress trends developed by Contractor
• Assist site management in developing/reviewing cost and schedule corrective actions and recovery plans, and making sure needed actions/plans are implemented
• Manage the Cost and Schedule organization including the Contractor sites and serve as the central link from the Project to the organization
• Coordinates development of Project Controls Implementation Plan tailored to the specific project
• Ensure Functional alignment for support and approval of key deliverables (i.e. Estimate Confidence Package, Estimate Development Plan, etc.)
• Drives and promotes capital efficiency on projects being stewarded by the department

The Bergaila Way:

The Bergaila Companies is a nationally recognized leader in providing staffing services to all sectors of the energy industry. We continually focus on partnering with talented professionals, engineering the perfect fit between our clients and employees. Choosing a career path with Bergaila grants you immediate access to nationally recognized organizations we partner with. Bergaila consistently attracts and retains its Employees with our dedicated internal service team, top tier benefits programs for contractors and their families, and commitment to place you in the desired career of your choice.

Client Overview:

Our Client is an American energy company operating principally in the U.S. and Canada, that specializes in the drilling and production of unconventional oil and natural gas assets. Our client has a reputation for efficient resource development, environmental stewardship and community involvement, with a drive to meet the growing challenges of the domestic natural gas industry.

Construction Engineer / Senior Construction Engineer

Location: Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) | Onsite

Salary Range: $63–$72 per hour (commensurate with experience)

Per Diem: Available for qualified candidates

Role Summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a Construction Engineer with strong experience in capital projects, mechanical systems, field engineering, and construction execution within regulated or industrial environments. This role supports construction projects from planning and design through installation, commissioning, and closeout, with opportunities to act as a technical lead or discipline specialist.

Ideal candidates have backgrounds similar to mechanical engineers, field engineers, project engineers, or senior project managers who have worked on large-scale infrastructure, power, water, industrial, or government projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support construction execution for capital projects including planning, constructability reviews, installation oversight, commissioning, and turnover
• Apply engineering judgment to resolve field issues, RFIs, constructability challenges, and schedule or scope impacts
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, inspectors, and stakeholders to ensure safety, quality, and compliance
• Serve as a discipline lead or technical resource for mechanical, HVAC, piping, utilities, or facility systems
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and change orders
• Support cost estimating, forecasting, scheduling, and procurement activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and regulatory frameworks
• Mentor or provide technical guidance to junior engineers or field staff as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline
• OR
• 8+ years of progressive experience in construction engineering, field engineering, or capital project delivery within industrial, infrastructure, or regulated environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting design-build or design-bid-build projects
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, piping, HVAC, utilities, or industrial facilities
• Experience working on large capital projects ($1M+ preferred)
• Ability to work independently in the field while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams

Preferred / Highly Aligned Backgrounds

• Mechanical Engineer, Field Engineer, Project Engineer, or Senior Project Manager experience
• Power generation, water/wastewater, utilities, industrial, or government infrastructure projects
• Commissioning, startup, or operational turnover experience
• Regulated environments (DOE, DoD, FEMA, utilities, oil & gas, pharma, heavy industrial)
• Proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, Primavera, BIM, or MS Office

Nice-to-Have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience leading portions of multi-discipline construction projects
• Energy, sustainability, water systems, or industrial HVAC experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

SUMMARY

Using fundamental technical skills, analytical abilities, and up-to-date regulatory knowledge, provide complete customer oriented, air quality permitting, modeling, and compliance solutions, to assist clients in areas of permitting and regulatory compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Technical Responsibilities:

· Conduct air dispersion modeling analysis in accordance with project requirements and/or published guidelines.

· Calculate air emissions, determine required control technologies, and document process information to ensure client operations, and work practices are in accordance with all applicable regulations.

· Remain current regarding the latest developments in air pollution control technologies.

2. Regulatory Knowledge:

· Assemble permit applications, permit amendment applications, standard exemptions, source inventories, and emission fee calculations for submittal to state regulatory agencies for industrial clients.

· Understand existing regulations and continually review new and proposed regulations as they relate to industrial clients.

3. Maintain relationships with existing clients solicit new project work as appropriate; communicate results of analyses internally and externally in verbal and written form.

4. Assist new project engineers with projects and participate in internal training.

5. Update client information in internal database in a timely manner.

(The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental/Civil Engineering, and/or related Atmospheric/Environmental Science from four-year college or University.

Must have computer literacy, including basic programming, word processing, spreadsheet skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office software package.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limit

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use their hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We're designing, building, and testing next generation long range strike weapons systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.

Site EHS Lead - Rio Rancho (NM)

The Site EHS Lead will serve as the primary Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) expert for the Rio Rancho, New Mexico facility, which will support solid rocket motor manufacturing, integration, and test activities. This role will have full ownership of site-level EHS operations and will play a critical role in facility startup, commissioning, and ramp-up to steady-state operations in a fast-paced, high-hazard manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safety and environmental compliance of manufacturing and test processes while driving continuous improvement in EHS performance. This position requires a strong understanding of process safety management, hazard analysis, regulatory compliance, and industrial safety best practices applicable to energetics-related operations.

As an integral part of the team, the Site EHS Lead will work closely with operations, engineering, and regulatory stakeholders to implement and enforce EHS programs, conduct risk assessments, and support compliance initiatives that protect employees, the environment, and mission-critical operations. The role will also provide temporary EHS support to the Midland, Texas facility on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

Site EHS Leadership & Ownership

• Serve as the primary EHS authority and point of contact for the Rio Rancho facility, with full responsibility for site-level EHS compliance, programs, and performance.
• Lead EHS planning and execution for facility startup, commissioning, and ramp-up to production operations.
• Act as the site liaison with regulatory agencies, inspectors, and external stakeholders as required.

Process Safety & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain process safety and risk management activities for manufacturing operations, including hazard analyses (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA), risk assessments, and identification of safety gaps.
• Integrate EHS requirements into process design, equipment selection, and operating procedures from development through production.

Regulatory & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, ATF, NFPA, and other relevant safety and environmental standards.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste management, air emissions, and storm water management.
• Maintain required permits, records, reports, and regulatory submittals for the Rio Rancho facility.

Safety Program Development & Execution

• Design, implement, and maintain site-specific EHS programs, policies, and procedures that support safe operations and protect employees and the environment.
• Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and assessments to verify compliance and program effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using risk-based approaches and industry best practices.

Incident Management & Emergency Preparedness

• Lead investigations of safety incidents, near misses, and environmental events; perform root cause analysis; and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, drills, and spill response preparedness.

Training & Workforce Engagement

• Develop and deliver EHS training for employees and contractors, including hazard recognition, safe work practices, emergency response, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to reinforce safe behaviors and integrate EHS into daily operations.

Multi-Site Support

• Provide temporary EHS support to the Midland, Texas facility as needed, including audits, incident support, program development, or special projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience supporting EHS and process safety programs in manufacturing, test, or other high-hazard operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience with process safety management and hazard analysis techniques (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA).
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ATF, NFPA, and applicable state and local EHS regulations.
• Experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Hands-on experience developing and implementing EHS programs for manufacturing and test operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and influence cross-functional teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel periodically to support Midland, Texas operations

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Professional certification such as CSP, CIH, or similar.
• Experience supporting solid rocket motor manufacturing, propulsion systems, energetics, or other explosive or high-energy material operations.
• Experience supporting facility startup, commissioning, or greenfield site development.
• Familiarity with EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 1400, ISO 45001) and continuous improvement methodologies

All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment at Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers four weeks of paid time off per year.

Leadership Qualities

Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving. Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support.

High Commitment, High Initiative. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion's mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company's technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Clear Communicator. Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Senior Work Control Planner

COMPA Industries seeks an experienced Senior Work Control Planner to support Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico!

• Pay Rate: $80–$85/hour
• Schedule: 4/10
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
• Clearance: Ability to acquire a Q Clearance
• Location: Onsite (Los Alamos, NM)

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Applicants must clearly meet all criteria below:

• Extensive experience creating and closing work packages for complex, regulated, or high-hazard facilities
• Deep understanding of work control, safety practices, and lock-out/tag-out for mechanical and/or electrical systems
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan, develop, and manage complex maintenance or modification activities

Applications that do not demonstrate these qualifications will not be considered.

Impact

This role is critical to the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of complex operational and maintenance activities. The Senior Work Control Planner is a key contributor in supporting facility missions by developing, reviewing, and closing high-quality work packages that uphold safety, regulatory, and quality standards.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prioritize safety and security, complying with all requirements and halting work if safety or security is compromised
• Prepare, review, and issue work packages (corrective, preventive, modifications) for complex activities, following all regulations
• Analyze and estimate time, labor, and materials for complex projects
• Develop precise specifications and detailed step-by-step instructions
• Manage work package priorities, ensuring timely and accurate execution
• Write instructions for isolation, containment, or de-energization of mechanical, electrical, chemical, and/or radiological systems
• Perform related administrative tasks, including permits, testing requirements, documentation, records management, and training
• Ensure compliance with Laboratory, industry, legal, and environmental requirements
• Validate that all materials, processes, and results meet established quality and safety specifications
• Maintain a respectful, inclusive, and discrimination-free workplace

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive experience in complex work control, materials management, and/or mechanical maintenance
• Advanced knowledge of safety practices, hazards, operating configurations, and lock-out/tag-out in complex facilities
• Proven ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Proficiency with computerized work management systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to independently prepare and present work control documentation and reports

Desired Skills

• Broad work control experience in unique, complex facilities
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Effective teamwork and collaboration with maintenance, operations, engineering, and facility staff

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of directly related experience
• OR an equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Post-graduate coursework may be expected

Direction

• Supervision Received: Minimal day-to-day functional/operational direction from supervisor
• Supervision Exercised: May provide direction to maintenance, operations support, or clerical staff
• Contacts: Frequent interaction with management, engineers, technicians, and operational staff

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

COMPA Industries invests in its people and communities, providing best-in-class professional and technical services for mission-critical government and industry objectives. For over 30 years, we have delivered on our commitment to partnership, progress, and national security. Build your career and your impact with us.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

COMPA policy may disqualify applicants with certain criminal history from employment in some positions.

Project Manager 2 / Superintendent 3

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Project Manager 2 / Superintendent 3 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in Los Alamos, NM.

Salary: $62/hr - $67/hr

Location: Los Alamos, NM (TA-55 Plant, on-site 100%)

Citizenship: US Citizenship Required

Work Schedule: 4/10s with anticipated overtime; must be willing to work days, nights, weekends, and potentially graveyard shifts

Clearance: Ability to obtain a Q Clearance needed.

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Candidates must have the following before applying:

• Ability to obtain a Q Security Clearance
• Nuclear facility experience
• Willingness and ability to support graveyard shifts

Applications lacking these qualifications will not be considered.

Impact

Join a mission-critical team at Los Alamos National Laboratory responsible for overseeing construction projects essential to national security. As a Project Manager 2 / Superintendent 3, you will lead construction efforts, ensuring safety, budget compliance, and schedule performance in a high-security nuclear facility. Your work will directly support scientific advancement and federal mission delivery in one of the nation's most unique operational environments.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and manage projects up to $500k and oversee Superintendent 2s
• Serve as Control Account Manager (CAM), managing budget, schedule, and scope performance
• Present project performance updates to federal sponsors
• Conduct investigations into abnormal events/incidents and assist in corrective action plans
• Perform variance analysis and develop corrective action plans for cost/schedule variances
• Lead constructability reviews and interface with stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and configuration management requirements
• Promote teamwork and open communication across trades and departments

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in engineering, procurement, or construction
• 5+ years managing construction projects with scope, schedule, and budget oversight
• Demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
• Experience in construction within a nuclear environment
• Ability to interpret technical documents, blueprints, schematics
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Able to meet physical demands: lifting, standing, stair climbing

Desired Skills

• Experience leading teams under collective bargaining agreements
• Proficiency in risk identification and mitigation strategies
• Experience using computerized work management systems
• Strong understanding of lock-out/tag-out policies and facility control systems
• Demonstrated customer engagement and issue resolution capabilities

Education and Experience Requirements

• Recognized degree in engineering, scientific discipline, or project management preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered

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We strive to provide careers, not just jobs. For over 30 years, COMPA has supported the DOE and national security missions with technical expertise and innovation. We offer competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference. Be part of a mission-focused team solving complex challenges in nuclear facilities.

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Senior Design Engineer (Electrical & Civil/Structural)

Plutonium Facilities Engineering Rapid Response Team

Location: TA-55 (Onsite)

Salary: $98/hr - $102/hr

Work Schedule: 5/8s

Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Applications will not be considered unless all criteria below are met:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance.
• Must be able to perform essential onsite work at/around TA-55, including the ability to climb stairs in all buildings and obtain A-level access.

If you do not meet these requirements, your application will not be reviewed.

Impact

Join a specialized engineering team supporting critical national security missions at Los Alamos National Laboratory. As a Senior Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, operation, and maintenance of plutonium facility projects. You will ensure safe, effective, and compliant engineering solutions, mentor junior engineers, and make a real difference in the nation's nuclear security posture.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and support facility design, operation, and maintenance projects for plutonium facilities.
• Apply broad, diversified engineering knowledge to prepare complex analyses, design packages, and deliverables.
• Integrate and coordinate engineering activities across multiple disciplines.
• Provide construction support and project oversight, ensuring alignment with industry, regulatory, and DOE/NNSA codes and standards.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers, fostering knowledge transfer and skill development.
• Utilize engineering technology, including computer-aided design and mark-up software.
• Identify and implement process improvements to meet customer needs.
• May serve as project lead, responsible for project execution from conception through completion.
• Support safe work practices, use PPE as required, and operate government vehicles as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant, practical work experience in design engineering.
• Proven knowledge of engineering codes and standards applicable to DOE and DOD facilities (e.g., ASCE, ASME, NQA-1, IBC, IEBC, IEEE, NFPA, NEC).
• Experience developing design packages and preparing engineering design document deliverables.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance and participate in the Human Reliability Program (HRP).
• Able to work onsite at or near TA-55, including accessing all facility areas as required.
• Ability to use stairs in all buildings.

Desired Skills

• Advanced engineering or technical degree.
• Experience with RISA or similar finite element analysis software (strongly preferred for structural engineers).
• Experience with AutoCAD, mark-up software, and the Microsoft Suite.
• Experience in construction support and cradle-to-grave project execution.
• Demonstrated mentorship of junior engineers.
• Experience with government vehicle operation.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution required.
• Advanced degree in engineering or a related technical field highly desired.
• Minimum 9 years of practical, relevant engineering experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, COMPA has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don't just build your career—build the future—with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.