Mine Operations Field Engineer | 4-Day Week Onsite Impact

SIMCO, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 97,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

4-day work weeks (four 10-hour days)

Relocation assistance

Shuttle service

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Pension & retirement plan

Job summary

SIMCO, LLC in Carlsbad, NM seeks a Mine Operations Field Engineer / PSTR to join the team at WIPP. The role combines hands-on field engineering with contract oversight, advancing mining operations while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will monitor production, coordinate with mining management and third-party contractors, and help drive efficiency, cost reduction, and environmental compliance. The position requires DOE badge access and eventual PSTR qualification within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of managing/supervising construction projects, service contracts, and/or maintenance/repair activities.
• Associate’s degree with nine (9) years of managing/supervising construction projects, service contracts, and/or maintenance/repair activities.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with thirteen (13) years of managing/supervising construction projects, service contracts, and/or maintenance/repair activities.
• 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.
• Non-U.S. citizens from certain countries face additional security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Acquire the PSTR qualification and pass an oral board within 12 months of assuming the job.
• Primary technical interface between mining operations management and third‑party contractors.
• Ensure field work is executed safely, on time, and according to technical specifications.
• Advance operational optimization by monitoring production and evaluating geological data.
• Provide on‑site technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Interface, coordinate, and maintain working relationships with all WIPP departments.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Management experience

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree with 5 years

Associate's degree with 9 years

High School Diploma with 13 yrs

Job description

SIMCO, LLC in Carlsbad, NM seeks a Mine Operations Field Engineer / PSTR to join the team at WIPP. The role combines hands-on field engineering with contract oversight, advancing mining operations while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will monitor production, coordinate with mining management and third-party contractors, and help drive efficiency, cost reduction, and environmental compliance. The position requires DOE badge access and eventual PSTR qualification within 12 months.