Structural Engineer

COMPA Industries • Niskayuna, NY

6d • $55 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

COMPA Industries is recruiting a Structural Engineer for the facility design group at Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Niskayuna, New York. The role supports building and utility construction projects at the Knolls Site, where the laboratory performs work for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. The engineer works within a project team and carries projects from scope definition through construction, overseeing architectural engineering firms and coordinating with facility staff and contractors.

The work includes developing project scopes, preparing and reviewing specifications, cost estimates, and drawings, overseeing design and construction-document development, and providing engineering support during construction. The position is on-site, with up to 20% telework, and includes time in industrial areas and on active construction projects. It is a full-time, 2-year contract requiring a DOE “L” security clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain and maintain the clearance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering.
• Experience performing structural engineering tasks, including developing contract documents, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Working knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Experience in construction administration, including submittal review, RFIs, and construction inspections.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• EIT certificate and/or P.E. license.
• Engineering consulting experience.
• Working knowledge of New York State building codes and AISC and ASCE standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and define project scope with project sponsors.
• Work with the project team to develop specifications and cost estimates and review drawings for building and utility projects.
• Oversee architectural engineering firms as they develop concept designs, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Provide engineering support during construction of building and utility projects.
• Coordinate and interact with facility staff and contractors.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Collaborative culture.
• Opportunity to contribute to national security and make a real difference.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level