HukariAscendent is a Women-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

Job Title: Project Engineer 2 & 3
Duration: Full-time
Location: Los Alamos, NM
Summary:
The Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division (PFE-DO) and the Project Engineering Group (PFE-PE) are seeking a Project Engineer! The Project Engineer is one of the few technical personnel involved through the entire lifespan of a project. The selected candidate will be expected to meet with customers and users of Plutonium Facility (PF-4) to understand and develop Statements of Need and Scopes of Work to resolve technical facility issues, enhance process or equipment/facility performance, and increase reliability of the Plutonium Facility.

These technical issues may be modifications to the facility, replacement of major equipment, changes to facility layout, or installation of new equipment or processes. This Project Engineer will also engage with Design Engineers and System Engineers to develop technical solutions. The selected candidate will facilitate and champion the design development, design review, and design acceptance while working with internal and external subject matter experts.

The Project Engineer will engage with Work Execution and Construction Management to implement design and will manage change control to the approved design by managing the engineering response to deviations when applicable. During all steps and phases of the project, the Project Engineer is expected to ensure the technical solutions continue to meet the facility user's needs.

At the completion of the project, the Project Engineer will be responsible for close-out activities, collecting all documentation, test reports, designs, drawings, etc. generated during the lifespan of the project and compiling them in accordance with Document Control mandates.

The Project Engineer may be expected to work on projects both inside and outside the nuclear facility footprint. Projects can vary from modifications to accredited nuclear safety systems, to renovations of office spaces, and everything in between. Regardless of project size, complexity, duration, or cost, the selected candidate will be expected to be the primary champion and facilitator of all technical aspects of the project and will be responsible for the delivery and maintenance of high-quality technical design documentation throughout the entire life of the project.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Nuclear, or related discipline)
Experience with project engineering or project management
Strong technical writing and documentation skills
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
U.S. Citizenship (required for security clearance and access to nuclear facilities)
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

Preferred Qualifications:
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience with nuclear facilities or DOE/NNSA projects
Knowledge of nuclear safety systems and regulations (10 CFR 830, DOE Orders)
Experience with design review processes and change control
Familiarity with document control systems and requirements
Experience with construction management and work execution in operational facilities
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.