Transportation Engineer

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

• In charge of technical duties in preparation of hazardous material, hazardous waste, and radioactive material shipments and receipts, ensuring accuracy of results and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare routine technical reports and presentations as needed.
• Collect, enter, and report transportation information and shipment data.
• Perform shipment documentation reviews, log keeping, and file maintenance.
• Initiate corrective action, under direction of supervisor, for shipment discrepancies.
• Crosstrain for related positions to ensure transportation positions can be staffed daily.
• Backshift position with work hours of 3:00 pm – 1:00 am, Tuesday through Friday.

• Bachelor's degree, OR
• Associate's degree with four (4) years of professional experience, OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of professional experience.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have some experience in a technical field.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances.

• Previous experience with hazardous and radiological materials.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier and Hazardous Materials Shipping Regulations.
• Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Hazardous Waste Management experience.
• Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) Project or Central Characterization Program (CCP) experience.

• 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 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 (1× annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits such as Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity;
  Long‑term disability program;
  Health and Flexible savings accounts;
  Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance (benefits vary by position).
• Non‑exempt grade level(s) 28‑31. Salary range: $69,444 to $130,969 per year – specific salary will be influenced by candidate experience and education.

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, contact  or email wipprecruiting.gov for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond 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.