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Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Technical Project Manager I to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. 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.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Technical Project Manager 1 is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of technical and operational project activities across multidisciplinary teams within secure DOE facilities. This position contributes to defining project deliverables, maintaining schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards. The selected candidate will assist in developing technical documentation, coordinating readiness activities, and managing the day-to-day project operations that enable mission success.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer seeking to apply technical, organizational, and analytical skills to high-visibility projects in a classified environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support the planning and execution of discrete project tasks from initiation through closeout, ensuring adherence to technical, safety, and schedule requirements,
• Assist with defining project scope, deliverables, and milestones; track progress and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely completion,
• Develop technical documentation, data reports, and visual materials supporting project reviews, readiness assessments, and presentations,
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, spatial analyses, and 3D models to support feasibility reviews and system integration efforts,
• Assist in tracking project risks, performance metrics, and corrective actions in accordance with Laboratory procedures,
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings, document action items, and communicate status updates to technical and operations teams,
• Support compliance with DOE orders, safety standards, and quality assurance requirements within radiological and secure work environments,
•  Contribute to process improvement efforts and lessons learned documentation to enhance overall project performance.
  
  

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, including internships or research in an engineering or technical environment,
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize technical data,
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Q Clearance (active clearance preferred),
• 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 (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting DOE, NNSA, or NRC programs or operations,
• Working knowledge of DOE safety, radiological, and security standards,
• Familiarity with project tracking tools, engineering document control, and facility operations documentation,
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam,
• Hands-on experience developing 2D/3D technical models, spatial layouts, or mechanical system analyses,
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to cross-disciplinary projects and prepare professional-level technical presentations.

LOCATION

• Los Alamos, NM

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.