Environmental Engineer jobs in Alamogordo, NM

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Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking an Environmental Engineer to join our team to support our government customer in Carlsbad, NM.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing and implementing solutions for the Environmental Monitoring (EM) Structures, Systems and Components (SSCs) at WIPP. The candidate will become the EM system technical expert; maintain configuration management for their assigned SSCs, specifications, drawings, and other technical baseline documentation; and ensure compliance with the Documented Safety Analysis and Hazardous Waste Facility Permit (HWFP). The candidate will be expected to become the technical expert for EM SSCs and qualify as a System Engineer for WIPP systems as assigned by the Engineering Manager. Provide real-time engineering support during repairs to assigned SSCs. Work closely with the permitting group to ensure that facility changes that affect the HWFP are captured early during the pre-modification planning stage. This position requires the ability to perform field work in varied conditions, including indoors, outdoors, surface, and underground.

Exempt Salary Grade (30-34)

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

• Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering or related technical/environmental field with two (2) years of related experience.
• Must be able to read design drawings, be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and work independently or in a team environment.

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 Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of effluent air monitoring systems for NESHAPs compliance.
• Experience with low-volume air monitors for particulate samples.
• Experience with sub atmospheric air sampling systems for VOCs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

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 (1 x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with 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 $78,719 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.