Mine Engineer

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 105,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

4-day workweek

Relocation assistance

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Job summary

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO) is seeking a qualified Mine Engineer to join the team at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, NM. The role focuses on leading underground mining engineering activities, including design, development, surveys, and operational planning.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mine/Geotechnical/Civil Engineering with extensive experience, as well as the ability to obtain a DOE badge and work legally in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering is required with nine (9) years of mining, geotechnical or civil engineering experience.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support core underground mining engineering activities, including design, development, and operational planning.
• Collaborate with survey engineering technicians to conduct field surveys and generate precise engineering drawings.
• Train and qualify as a Cognizant Engineer across designated systems and drive daily operational interfaces.

Skills

Mine engineering

Geotechnical engineering

Civil engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Tools

Carlson Mining

Civil 3D

Job description

Mine Engineer (487)

Requisition ID 487 - Posted - TS-EN Geotech & Mining Eng - Carlsbad, NM, US - WIPP Site - Engineering

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 Mine Engineer and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will lead and support core underground mining engineering activities, including design, development, and operational planning. Key responsibilities include collaborating with survey engineering technicians to conduct surface and underground field surveys, process survey data, and generate precise engineering drawings. The incumbent will train and qualify as a Cognizant Engineer across designated systems, actively facilitate daily operational interfaces, and drive the execution of mining activities. Additionally, this role evaluates methods and procedures to maximize cost-efficiency, identifies opportunities to integrate modern technological advancements, and partners with project engineers and management to establish technical requirements and achieve project objectives.

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 Mine Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering is required with nine (9) years of mining, geotechnical or civil engineering experience is required.
• 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.

Preferred Requirements

Working knowledge of mine surveying using laser and other electronic processes is desired.

Preference given to candidates experienced with using Carlson Mining or Civil 3D Software.

Previous Nuclear Industry experience is preferred.

Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Supervisor experience is a plus.

Salary Range

$105,312 to $172,368 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 33-34. 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.