Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance Engineer

SIMCO, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 69,444 - 120,913; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement program

On-site fitness center

Job summary

SIMCO, LLC in Carlsbad, New Mexico, is seeking a qualified Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance Engineer. This role involves providing technical support, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supervising maintenance activities. A bachelor's degree in Engineering or extensive related experience is required.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge in troubleshooting and proficiency with database applications. Benefits include medical insurance, a pension plan, and a modern work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience in troubleshooting performance of equipment/system activities is mandatory.
• Experience using complex computer database applications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct technical support to the Zone Maintenance Manager.
• Interface with craft, operations, and engineering personnel.
• Ensure maintenance activities conform to DOE, MSHA, OSHA, and New Mexico Mining Code.

Skills

Troubleshooting performance of equipment/system activities

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate's degree with four years of related instrumentation experience

High School Diploma with eight years of related instrumentation experience

Job description

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 an Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance Engineer and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will provide direct technical support to the Zone Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.
• Provide direction to and oversight of craft personnel in the field.
• Interface with craft, operations, and engineering personnel on a routine basis to support continued plant operations.
• Act as site technical representative to subcontractors.
• Ensure maintenance activities conform to all applicable DOE, MSHA, OSHA, and New Mexico Mining Code requirements and site procedures.
• Perform routine inspections of field equipment and systems for proper operations and identify any deficiencies.
• Act as Supervisor when Zone Manager and Supervisor are unavailable.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Associate’s degree with four (4) years of related instrumentation experience including but not limited to electrical/electronic/pneumatic and hydraulic experience.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of related instrumentation experience including but not limited to electrical/electronic/pneumatic and hydraulic experience.
• Experience in troubleshooting performance of equipment/system activities is mandatory.
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Word and experience with complex computer database applications.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
• This position is included in the Training Implementation Matrix (TIM) which defines requirements for personnel selection, training, qualification and certification requirements at DOE Nuclear Facilities. Individuals applying to TIM positions will be evaluated in accordance with DOE O 426.2A, and may need to provide additional information and/or receive concurrence from the DOE for placement. See DOE O 426.2A for additional information.

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of Fire Alarm Systems maintenance is preferred.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Benefits

• 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: 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.)

Exempt grade level(s) 28-30. Salary Range $69,444 - $120,913 per year – the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

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.