Electrical Engineer (505)
Requisition ID 505 - Posted - TS-EN Electrical Systems - Carlsbad, NM, US - WIPP Site - Engineering
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 an Electrical Engineer and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be required to perform engineering calculations and analysis within the scope of engineering discipline and provide rigorous written documentation supporting design decisions. Effectively interface with various departments including Quality Assurance, Procurement, Project Management, Operations. Provide technical field leadership support to solve equipment malfunctions. Maintain system configuration documentation including, but not limited to system drawings, design specifications, trending analysis, and system health indicators including performing system health walk downs and system health reports. Obtain and maintain qualifications on annual training covering commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures used to complete the engineering process. Perform electrical modification/evaluation of existing systems, perform routine inspections for adherence to applicable building/construction codes/regulations, engineering design change processes, and configuration design control.
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
- Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of relevant experience, or
- Associate's degree with nine (9) years of relevant experience, or
- High School Diploma or Equivalency with thirteen (13) years of relevant 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.
Preferred Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience with NFPA 70, National Electric Code.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
- Knowledge of Low Voltage and Lighting in an industrial Process.
- One (1) year of nuclear project experience.
- Previous WIPP Project experience.
Salary Range
$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.
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 (575) 234-8490 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.doe.gov 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.