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Job Description
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER
The Senior Environmental Engineer conducts studies, analyzes and synthesizes resultant data to determine the possible effects of mine development and operation on the environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Collects and synthesizes data derived from monitoring activities; prepares graphs, charts, and statistical models in support of data understanding, tracking and reporting. Conducts environmental effects assessments and presents results in written and oral reports to both corporate and regulatory agencies.
Administers various levels of water quality and other monitoring programs including performing field sampling, following quality assurance / quality control plans, validating database information and coordinating with laboratory personnel.
Coordinates TRI, Biennial EPA Hazardous Waste Report, Annual State Hazardous waste report, Annual Bio assessment, WET Test, Ambient Water Quality Report development and reporting. Writes and updates technical documents such as SPCC Plan, SWPPP, BMP Plan, Reclamation Plan, SOPs, and Sampling and QA / QC Plans. Calculates reclamation plan bonding requirements for mine closure. Participates in and updates hazardous material / waste minimization, handling and disposal programs. Assists with spill prevention and response programs.
Requires functional use of the environmental databases (EDMS, Access and Excel) and troubleshoots problems. Also participates in the operation, equipment maintenance, data acquisition and reporting of the NPDES required monitoring system.
Participates in the development, administration and maintenance of company environmental policies and procedures. Works with federal, state, local regulatory agencies to stay apprised of regulatory laws. Ensures that all company operational activities are in accordance with the safety, health and environmental standards and regulations set forth by the Company and federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
Provides support and expertise in identifying site risks and hazards, and provides recommendations on appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
Works with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with incident reporting procedures.
Participates in internal audits and inspections of mine operations, ensuring strict compliance with company and regulatory requirements, provides input and participates in programs to mitigate gaps in compliance, and follows up to make sure that non-compliance issues are corrected in a timely fashion.
Performs and documents jobsite inspections and audits with a focus on hazard recognition, regulatory non-conformances and unsafe behaviors. Works with operations to find solutions to mitigate hazards and change environmentally risky behaviors.
Participates in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Provides guidance to Environmental Engineers and Technicians.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS include :
Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education in an environmental field.
5 years experience in the environmental field. Prior experience in the mining industry preferred.
Understanding of environmental regulations related to mining.
General knowledge and experience with MSHA / NRC / IDEQ / IDWR / Panhandle Health / EPA regulations pertaining to environmental health and safety preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft office, including Outlook, Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
