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

The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently in the process of constructing a new nuclear grade ventilation system for the underground that more than triples the current air filtration capacity. The system is designed to dilute and remove dust and noxious gases generated from operating diesel equipment as well as generate pressure boundaries for nuclear safety to keep the site workers safe.

You will play a critical part in maintaining this new system that will provide the needed airflow to the equipment operations 2,150 feet below the surface. All airflow is routed through an array of HEPA filters prior to being exhausted to atmosphere. Your primary responsibility will be supporting the success of this project as a system engineer with the intent to become the subject matter expert on the system.

The successful candidate will develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications, assist in writing Statements of Work, manage system configuration, perform system walk downs and engineering calculations such as shear/moments diagrams and friction loss in ducts. Will provide technical support for maintenance activities and facility operations. Coordinate and work closely with other engineering, procurement, and program management disciplines.

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.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with zero (0) to five (5) years of relevant experience.
• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mining Engineering.
• Experience with mine ventilation systems under MSHA (30 CFR Part 57).
• Two (2) years of experience with nuclear grade ASME N509, N510, N511 and AG-1 systems.
• Experience working in DOE facilities.
• PLC experience

$70,972 to $123,573 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 28-30. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

• 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 employment…