Project Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. GEM Technologies scores B on the Alion truth index.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our team supporting the Los Alamos National Laboratory! This position is full-time and will be based out of Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Responsibilities
Supervise engineering activities across all disciplines for a project or designated portions of a project.
Plan, organize, and direct engineering assignments to support project objectives, schedules, and technical requirements.
Coordinate engineering activities across multiple disciplines to ensure alignment and effective project execution.
Provide technical direction for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating engineering assignments.
Oversee project design engineering activities and ensure engineering deliverables meet applicable technical standards and project requirements.
Coordinate with project management, engineering teams, construction personnel, and other stakeholders to address technical challenges and resolve project issues.
Provide engineering oversight throughout project phases, which may include design, startup, field engineering, and plant operations.
Supervise engineering personnel and coordinate resources to support project goals and successful delivery.
Requirements
Education & Years of Experience -Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience.
Citizenship - To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.
Clearance - To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.
Progressive engineering experience, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
Experience supervising and coordinating engineering activities across multiple disciplines.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, execute, and coordinate complex engineering assignments.
Desired Skills
Experience in one or more of the following environments is preferred:
Large industrial plants
Utilities
Process plants
Engineering or construction firms
Experience in project design engineering is preferred.
About the Site
The NNSA's Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), located in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is a design laboratory responsible for the safety and reliability of the nuclear explosives package in nuclear weapons. This lab possesses unique capabilities in neutron scattering, enhanced surveillance, radiography, and plutonium science and engineering (energy.gov).
ABOUT GEM
GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:
Our philosophy - We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.
Our relationships - Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.
Our team - We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.
Our community involvement - Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.
Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.