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Remote Operations Engineer

The Boring Company

Job Location:

Bastrop, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 26 August 2026 (8 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 23 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. Today we are creating the technology to increase tunneling speed and decrease costs by a factor of 10 or more with the ultimate goal of making Hyperloop adoption viable and enabling rapid transit across densely populated regions.

The Boring Company is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Remote Operations Engineer to observe advise and direct all remotely-controlled mining operations. This role is best suited for someone with a test reliability or operations engineering mindset who can understand complex equipment behavior communicate clearly and drive consistency across machine operations.

As a Remote Operations Engineer you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth execution of our tunneling projects interfacing with various teams within the construction operations with a high sense of urgency. This role requires a strong technical background and the ability to work long hours. Remote Operations Engineers should expect to spend most of their time working in the Global Operations Control Center (GOCC) and occasionally travel to our various commercial and development projects.

Responsibilities

Remotely observe advise and direct mining operations from the Global Operations Control Center (GOCC).
Record and document mining-process failures that affect cost speed or reliability.
Develop and maintain documentation (including work instructions procedures and bills of materials) that are used to standardize mining operations and maximize project efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies for optimizing field operations improving productivity and reducing downtime.
Monitor and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and propose and implement solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations to maintain a secure work environment for all team members.
Provide technical expertise and support during the installation maintenance and troubleshooting of tunneling equipment including mechanical electrical and robotic systems.
Develop and implement training programs for field and operations personnel to enhance their technical skills and ensure adherence to protocols.
Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in tunneling technology sharing knowledge and best practices with the team.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering electrical engineering robotics mechatronics production engineering manufacturing logistics integration engineering project management or a related field. A masters degree is preferred.
Proven experience in remote-controlled field operations preferably in a military mining or infrastructure-related industry.
Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience with mechanical electrical and robotic systems.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think analytically and strategically.
Proficient in data analysis and familiarity with tools for data-driven decision making.
Solid project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks meet deadlines and manage resources effectively.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Comfortable with commuting to Bastrop TX as this role is 100% in person (no work from home)
Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Willingness to work long hours including spending up to 10% of the time in the tunnel (travel away from Global Operations Control Center to actual commercial projects).
Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures in construction or similar industries.
Managing operations is a logistical dance experience with supply chain management and logistics is highly desirable.

Culture

Were a team of dedicated smart and scrappy people. Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity.

Benefits

We offer employer-paid medical dental and vision coverage a 401(k) plan paid holidays paid vacation and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees.

The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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