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Electrical Safety Officer (SME)

Coastal International Security, Inc. · Los Alamos, NM · 1 mo ago
Management$85–$95/hrFull-time

Location: Los Alamos, NM | 100% Onsite | TA-51 / TA-55 (PF-4)

U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance required; not required at hire.

About the Role

This is a high-impact opportunity to step into a lead electrical safety role at one of the nation's most critical national security laboratories. As the Electrical Safety Officer, you will serve as the subject matter expert for electrical safety, directly influencing field operations, compliance, and hazard mitigation across construction and facility teams working on mission-critical nuclear infrastructure. You will directly influence safety culture, compliance, and mission success while working alongside top-tier engineering and construction teams.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary authority for electrical safety and administer the Electrical Safety Program
  • Support construction and field teams by ensuring proper implementation of electrical safe work practices
  • Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
  • Perform field inspections to identify and mitigate electrical hazards
  • Lead reviews of Lockout, Tagout (LOTO) and Integrated Work Documents (IWDs)
  • Develop and improve electrical safety procedures, policies, and standards
  • Provide technical guidance to engineers, planners, and field personnel
  • Ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA, IEEE, and DOE standards
  • Evaluate systems and equipment for electrical safety compliance

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 7 years of electrical field experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Deep knowledge of NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E, a critical requirement
  • Experience working in commercial, industrial, or DOE environments
  • Strong background in electrical inspections, hazard assessments, and code compliance
  • Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly across teams
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
  • Ability to pass Radiological Worker II training

Preferred Qualifications

  • DOE, NNSA, or nuclear facility experience
  • Licensed electrician, Inside Wireman, Journeyman, or similar
  • Experience supporting construction or facility operations in regulated environments
  • Familiarity with low voltage AC/DC systems and industrial electrical applications

Work Environment

  • High consequence nuclear facility setting, TA-51 and TA-55
  • Field based role with direct interaction with craft, engineers, and project teams
  • Rotating shifts may include days, nights, and weekends
  • Opportunity for long-term extension and potential conversion

Pay

$85 - $95/hr

Schedule

4/10s, multiple shifts available (days, nights, and weekends)

Benefits

  • Per diem available for qualifying candidates
  • Relocation available for qualifying candidates

Duration

1-year contract, extension and conversion possible

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