Subject Matter Expert - Engineering/Fire Protection

Longenecker & Associates • Los Alamos, NM

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, seeks a motivated Subject Matter Expert – Engineering Design/Fire Protection to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family. We are seeking a highly qualified Subject Matter Expert I (SME-1) to provide technical leadership and engineering expertise in support of complex, high-technology systems and projects. This role requires a strong background in engineering design, fire protection systems, and project execution across multidisciplinary environments. The SME-1 will lead integration efforts, support fabrication and construction activities, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards while contributing to mission-critical objectives.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Engineering, Science or Business Management.
• Seven (7 years) of directly applicable experience in specialized technical field and is acknowledged as an expert in the specific area in question
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

Nice To Haves

• Active Q clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical efforts related to the design, integration, fabrication, and construction of complex engineering systems
• Provide subject matter expertise in fire protection systems, including fire alarm and fire suppression design and compliance (e.g., NFPA codes)
• Direct and coordinate daily engineering activities supporting ongoing projects and system modifications
• Serve as technical lead on integration initiatives, including development and issuance of technical reports
• Support fabrication and installation efforts across multiple concurrent projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project engineering, facility engineering, and installation groups
• Manage and track assignments, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, and mission objectives
• Interface with senior leadership and external stakeholders, including government customers, to present technical information and project updates
• Contribute to scope development, project realignment efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• healthcare (medical and dental)
• 401K plan
• paid time off
• in-house training
• career pathing
• mentoring
• award programs
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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