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Engineering (Indirect Costs) - Engineer II - Environmental

Westmoreland - San Juan Mine, 300 County Road 6800, WATERFLOW, New Mexico, United States of America Req #681
Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Position Summary

Engineer II – Environmental is responsible using the principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. Ability to improve recycling, waste disposal, public health, and water and air pollution control while addressing global issues, such as unsafe drinking water, climate change, and environmental sustainability.

 

 

Supervisor Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities over other employees. 

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Monitoring – Water wells, Ponds, Method 9, WYPDES, Impoundments, Air quality (TEOM’s & MET stations), Storm Water.
  • Reclamation activities – Overburden sampling, topsoil compliance and disking, reclamation tracking and reporting, bond release and tracking.
  • Waste Management – Reporting and tracking recycled waste, SPCC plan maintenance.
  • Project Engineering – Design and construction management of drainage and road projects
  • Provide information and answers to staff, management, and mining operations.
  • Provide MSHA/State Mine Inspectors an annual MSHA sediment pond report. 
  • Provide information and answers to business partners and regulatory agencies.
  • Responsible for expenditures on projects and work contracts for reclamation work.
  • Perform related work as required.


 

Typical Physical Demands

Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching.  Requires constant data input for extended periods of time without leaving the work area. Occasionally lifting files or paper weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports. Requires mobility sufficient to travel.



Typical Working Conditions

Normal office environment. Occasional evening or weekend work.

 

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years of related work experience.
  • Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

 

 

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications

  • Ability to obtain MSHA pond inspector certification, and EPA opacity certification within 12 months of hire. 

 

 

Skills/Competencies

  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Teamwork

 

 

Revised: March 2020Enviromental

* The Company rather than management retains the discretion to add to or change duties of position at any time.

Other details

  • Job Family Superintendents
  • Job Function Operations
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Travel Required No
  • Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
  • Job Start Date Tuesday, March 26, 2024
  • Job End Date Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Location on Google Maps
  • Westmoreland - San Juan Mine, 300 County Road 6800, WATERFLOW, New Mexico, United States of America