Chemical Engineer/Chemist

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 71,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

4-day workweek

Relocation assistance

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO) in Carlsbad, New Mexico, seeks a Chemical Engineer/Chemist to join the team overseeing TRU waste disposal operations at WIPP. The role supports the Payloads Engineering group and trains as a Payload Engineer, with focus on TRUCON processing, CCE reviews, and WSPF/WDS updates.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s in Engineering/Sciences with 0–3 years of relevant experience, U.S. work authorization, and DOE badge eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, or Related Fields with 0–3 years experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site.
• Non-U.S. citizens from certain countries may face additional security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Payloads Engineering group, backup for Payload Engineers.
• Process TRUCON code requests from generator site interface to CBFO approval.
• Review Chemical Compatibility Evaluations (CCEs) and update WDS chemical master list.
• Inter-site TRAMPAC preparation and interface with packaging groups and WIPP teams.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, or related fields

Job description

Chemical Engineer/Chemist (503)

Overview

Be part of the nation's only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Chemical Engineer/Chemist and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

Candidate will support the Payloads Engineering group in multiple areas, primarily as a backup for the Payload Engineers (PE). The PE responsibilities include processing of TRUCON code requests from generator site interface to CBFO approval, review of Chemical Compatibility Evaluations (CCEs), update of WDS chemical master list, review of Waste Stream Profile Forms (WSPFs), intersite TRAMPAC preparation, and interface as needed with others in packaging group, CCP, sites, and other WIPP groups. Candidate will be trained and qualified as a PE.

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination. Applicants are encouraged to provide a cover letter that addresses each of the minimum requirements and as many of the desired skills as applicable to their expertise.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, or Related Fields with zero (0) to three (3) years of relevant experience is required.
• Strong work ethic and ability to adapt to work conditions strongly desired.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Definition of Experience:

Working with project teams in engineering, sciences, or related fields.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with any aspect of WIPP or overall TRU program desired but not a requirement.

Salary Range

$70,972 to $133,850 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 28-31. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
• Coverage on date of hire
• Surgical concierge service
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Relocation assistance*
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Long-term disability program
• Health and Flexible savings accounts
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact [phone] or email [e-mail] for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.