Underground Facility Engineer

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

Relocation Assistance

4-day workweek

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

On-site Fitness

Life Insurance

401k match

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO) seeks an Underground Facility Engineer for the WIPP site in Carlsbad, NM. The role maintains critical facility systems and ensures compliance with DOE standards.

Responsibilities include overseeing plant equipment operations, coordinating outages, and directing maintenance programs. Candidates should have relevant nuclear project experience and be able to obtain a DOE badge and respirator qualifications.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with two years relevant experience.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with four years relevant experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain respirator qualifications.
• One year of plant/facility operating experience is required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work 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 restricted countries may face additional security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of plant equipment and regulatory requirements and Work Control processes.
• Analyze breakdowns and develop procedures for optimal solutions.
• Plan and execute maintenance/outages to ensure operability and compliance.
• Prepare and conduct training programs up to Level I Instructor.
• Coordinate with engineering on installations and maintenance procedures.
• Ensure safe working conditions and report hazards to management.

Skills

Respirator qualifications

Regulatory compliance

Work Control procedures

Problem analysis

Education

Associate’s degree

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Job description

Underground Facility Engineer (502)

Requisition ID 502 - Posted - WO-NF UG FacOps - 410A - Carlsbad, NM, US - WIPP Site - Operations

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

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of plant equipment and systems operations and procedures and full knowledge of regulatory requirements to include DSA/TSR’s. Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities involved with the Work Control process for review, authorization, and work release. Knowledge of radiological control procedures. Be able to apply specific plant knowledge and experience to support operations of equipment and systems and on theory of operation. Analyze breakdowns or problems to determine optimal solutions and develop procedures accordingly. Develop and direct maintenance or operational test activities to ensure plant operability and compliance. Prepare and conduct related training programs for affected employees as a qualified Level I Instructor. Coordinate with engineering on equipment and system installations and develop appropriate maintenance and operation procedures. Plan and execute equipment or system outages for maintenance and repair. Report all issues or concerns related to integration of facility activities/readiness, environment, or quality to management. Follow all safety procedures, regulations, and policies. Conduct frequent inspections of assigned work area to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained. Promptly report any hazards or unsafe conditions to management. Implement standards contained in "Code of Business Ethics and Conduct". Three (3) years of nuclear project experience (or equivalent) will be required in order to become fully qualified.

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

• Associate’s degree with two (2) years of relevant experience, or

• High School Diploma or Equivalency with four (4) years of relevant experience is required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain repirator qualifications.

• One (1) year of plant/facility operating 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.

Definition of Experience:

"Operating experience" is hands-on industrial-type operations, electrical, HVAC, blueprint reading, control room, diesel generator, high/low voltage switch gear, etc. It is not experience that is limited to administrative processing, analysis and procedures, even if such work was completed at an industrial site.

Preferred Requirements

• Underground Operations experience is preferred.

• Three (3) years nuclear project experience is preferred, where two (2) of the three (3) years may be substituted by full-time related academic training (e.g. degree programs, trade schools, vocational programs, etc.).

• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

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.