Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Electrical Compliance Engineer to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

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.

Exempt Grade Level(s) (31-36)

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

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent professional experience/training with a minimum of five (5) years of full-time experience in electrical design, technical plan reviews, or electrical inspection code regulations, or
• Associates degree with a minimum of nine (9) years of relevant work experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with thirteen (13) years of relevant work experience is required.
• Expertise in NFPA 70 & NFPA 70E (National Electric Code and Electrical Safety Standards).
• Ability to achieve and maintain an International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)/ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector E2 certification (required within twelve [12] months of date of hire).
• Comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, safety codes, design standards, and environmental regulations in electrical engineering.
• Experience in electrical systems design, plan review, and field evaluation for compliance with codes and standards.
• Familiarity with electrical construction methods and equipment selection for facilities.

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.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of Low Voltage and Lighting in an industrial Process is desired.
• One (1) year of nuclear project experience is preferred.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

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.

Minimum salary $85,266 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

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.