Engineering Geology Jobs in Willard Missouri

Build Your Career in Industrial Refrigeration  

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team supporting the design, fabrication, and installation of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems. This is an opportunity to work on real-world systems used in food processing, cold storage, and industrial facilities—while learning directly from a highly experienced team. Whether you already have ammonia refrigeration experience or come from a strong mechanical background, we provide hands-on training and mentorship to help you grow into an expert in this specialized field.  

This role includes a mix of office work, shop interaction, and occasional field/site visits. You’ll be involved in projects from concept through commissioning.  

What Sets This Role Apart  

• Hands-on training from senior staff with decades of ammonia refrigeration experience  
• Direct exposure to design, fabrication, and field work—not just desk engineering  
• Opportunity to build expertise in a high-demand, specialized industry  
• Career growth into senior engineering, project management, or technical leadership roles

Compensation & Benefits  

• Competitive pay based on experience  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance  
• 401(k) with company match  
• Paid time off and holidays  
• Ongoing training and development   

$85,000 - $125,000 DOE

• Design and develop industrial ammonia refrigeration systems  
• Perform load calculations, system sizing, and efficiency analysis  
• Select and specify equipment such as compressors, vessels, evaporators, and condensers  
• Create P&IDs, piping layouts, and Bills of Materials  
• Work closely with fabrication, operations, and field teams  
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of systems  
• Troubleshoot performance issues and improve system reliability  
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations (IIAR, PSM, RMP)  

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering   
• 3+ years of relevant experience in mechanical systems or refrigeration  
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration is a plus, but not required  
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer  
• Ability to read and develop engineering drawings and P&IDs  
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with industrial refrigeration or HVAC systems  
• Familiarity with IIAR standards, OSHA PSM, or EPA RMP  
• RETA certifications (CARO/CIRO)  
• Knowledge of PLCs or industrial controls  

SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI offers lots of room to grow in a fast-paced company. We have been serving commercial and industrial markets for 30 years.

Compensation details: 85 Yearly Salary

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Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

JUMPSTART, ADVANCE, AND LOVE YOUR CAREER WITH SMSI! 

At SMSI, we believe in our employees; with above-average pay, extensive benefits, vocational training, and a family-based atmosphere, we are always looking for people seeking to improve themselves. Together, our team strives to provide the best service possible for customers. We thrive on challenges and believe in fair compensation for dedication, attention to detail, and professionalism. 

Benefits: 

• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• 401(k) 
• Life Insurance 
• PTO 

$30+ hourly DOE

• Fit stainless steel and steel products (heavy and light gage) to specifications and drawings 
• Adhere to the blueprints to fulfill the product specifications 
• Determine material dimensions to confirm requirements 
• Inspect and examine parts to ensure they meet the quality standards and expectations 
• Willingness to back up positions, such as painting for vacations and sick days
• Ensure that equipment and tools are used and kept in good working order, for longevity of tool life and safety purposes 
• Ensure that the workspace is kept clean and organized for safety purposes
• This position is safety sensitive

• Proven experience in fabrication, welding, manufacturing, or a related field - especially structural fitting
• Experience with Hydraulic metal Shears, Plate Rollers, Hydraulic metal Brakes, Manual Metal Brakes, Proficient with angle grinders (electric and pneumatic) 
• Strong capabilities in interpreting engineering blueprints and drawings 
• Excellent understanding of various types of metal and their respective properties 
• OSHA 10 will be required within 60 days of employment 
• Familiarity with Safety regulations and readiness to utilize personal protective Equipment (PPE) 
• Experience with painting is a plus 

SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI offers lots of room to grow in a fast-paced company. We have been serving commercial and industrial markets for 30 years.

Compensation details: 30-30 Hourly Wage

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JUMPSTART, ADVANCE, AND LOVE YOUR CAREER WITH SMSI!    

At SMSI, we believe in our employees. With above-average pay, extensive benefits, vocational training, and a family-based atmosphere, we are always looking for people seeking to improve themselves. Together, our team strives to perform the best service possible for customers. We thrive on challenges and believe in fair compensation for dedication, detail, and professionalism. Apply today! 

We are seeking an Industrial / Sanitary Welder to join our team!  

Benefits:    

• Medical        
• Dental        
• Vision       
• 401(k)        
• Life Insurance  
• Paid Time Off 

$30+ hourly DOE

• Produce and create finalized metal goods.   
• Set up and fix a variety of machinery and parts.   
• Adhere to the blueprints in order to fulfill the product specifications.   
• Determine material dimensions to confirm requirements.   
• Arrange the necessary parts for welding in accordance with the provided specifications, such as using powered saws to cut materials to the required measurements.   
• Perform examinations to assess the quality and tolerance of welds. 
• Ensure that the equipment is kept in a state that does not jeopardize safety.  
• This position is safety sensitive. 

• Prior experience in welding, manufacturing, or a related field.   
• Crew lead experience is highly preferred.   
• Must be available to travel and able to work weekends when needed to meet customer standards. 
• Strong knowledge in welding equipment and techniques.   
• Strong capabilities in interpreting engineering blueprints and schematics.   
• Excellent understanding of various types of metal and their respective properties.   
• Familiarity with safety regulations and readiness to utilize personal protective equipment. 
• Must have a class E driver's license for use of company vehicles. 
• Ability to work in a high-demand industry. 
• Must be able to work in a multicultural environment. 

SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI offers lots of room to grow in a fast-paced company. We have been serving commercial and industrial markets for 30 years.

Compensation details: 30-30 Hourly Wage

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