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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 Engineering Deputy Manager to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The successful candidate will assist the Engineering Manager (EM) in directing Engineering Department operations and serve as the alternate focal point for integration of the department's broad, technically diverse disciplines. Assist the EM in serving as interpretive authority for issues related to the full scope of departmental activities, including: design, construction, start-up, operation, configuration management, surface and underground engineering, fire protection and safety basis. Will assist the Engineering Manager with management direction for the department's day-to-day operations. Ensure operational integration of functional units and assure effective interface with other SIMCO organizations, CBFO, various stakeholder organizations and corporate organizations. Serve as an expert interpretive authority for all matters related to the Engineering department to ensure effective, consistent strategies. Integrate information from a broad range of functional experts and provide strategic input to the engineering manager. Facilitate effective communications within the department. Assure compliance with applicable DOE Orders, regulations, national codes and standards and laws related to departmental work scope. Maintain visible commitment to achieving excellence in safety, health, and environmental practices. Provide innovative solutions to complex problems that are based on best available technology, international state-of-the-art methods, processes and procedures. Function as team leader of assigned projects to determine possible solutions to imminent operational, technical or administrative activities. Analyze possible solutions, determining pros and cons, and presents recommendations to the Engineering Manager.

Exempt Salary Grade (38-41)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelors degree in an Engineering or Science discipline with ten (10) years of relevant experience is required.
• One (1) year of experience at a DOE Hazard Category 1 or 2 Facility and three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Must have broad, experience-based knowledge of facility operations and engineering principles, methods and associated regulatory requirements. Broad knowledge of company practices and policies, managerial practices, project management, scheduling, personnel supervision and development techniques.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering (PE) License.
• Previous WIPP Project experience.

What we offer:

• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement
• Company paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)
• 401(k) with matching up to 6%
• 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
• 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

Starting salary $151,354 per year *

*Base salary will be dependent upon candidate's background (i.e. education and experience)

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.

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) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws 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.