Geotechnical Engineer

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Perform underground mining/geotechnical engineering activities including design, development, and test duties and responsibilities.
• Train and qualify as a Cognizant Engineer on AU07 – Geomechanical Monitoring system.
• Perform daily interface activities and assist with planning and execution of underground mining activities.
• Evaluate and select appropriate methods and procedures to produce economical and efficient applications.
• Analyze and recommend incorporation of technological advancements in techniques, principles, theories, equipment, and utilization.
• Collaborate with project engineers and management to determine technical requirements and performance objectives of assigned projects.

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.

• Bachelor's degree with five (5) years of related 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining, Geotechnical or Mechanical Engineering is desired.
• Experience with the design, installation and monitoring of ground control techniques in salt rock excavations is preferred.
• Experience with managing geotechnical field inspections and monitoring systems is preferred.
• Experience with Campbell Scientific programming is a plus.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Pay

$89,233 to $157,968 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 31-33. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate's relevant experience and education.

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

*These benefits vary by position.

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