Mechanical Engineer

Waste Isolation Pilot Plant•Carlsbad, NM

19d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with two (2) years of relevant experience is required.
Industrial controls (relay control and PLC), motor drives and/or hydraulic systems experience
Willingness to support maintenance and operations in field environment
Must have troubleshooting aptitude and experience in print reading
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.

Nice To Haves

Mining Hoisting experience
Previous experience working for a DOE Nuclear Facility is desirable.
Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Technical operability of mine hoists that transport Transuranic Waste, personnel and material to and from the mining level.
General aptitude of other engineering disciplines to help make determinations of the entire Hoisting System.
Interface and coordinate with different departments throughout WIPP to maintain equipment reliability, safety, and operability to facilitate the site mission.
Ability to set goals and schedules and meet schedule commitments.
Utilizes strong organizational and problem-solving skills and creative thinking to introduce and manage change to achieve continuous improvement.
Establishes and maintains effective two-way communication to understand needs and concerns of Hoisting operations and maintenance.
Maintains consistent communication with management on key issues, potential issues, and approach to resolutions.

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 of: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Long-term disability program
Health and Flexible savings accounts
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance