Environmental Engineer I

JOB SUMMARY The Environmental Engineer I will be responsible for the environmental department’s major activities including planning, evaluation and implementation of reclamation activities. The Environmental Engineer I will also be responsible for permitting/reporting and compliance requirements. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Able to meet the physical demands of the position according to the Physical Demands Analysis Other assignments and projects Travel between mine sites Willingness to take on extra responsibilities Comply with company drug and alcohol policy Supervise, coordinate and implement programs necessary for compliance with permits and regulations Responsible for reclamation success and bond release evaluation and implementation Supervise, implement, report and permit programs in the area(s) of technical expertise as assigned (groundwater, climate, geology, soils, wildlife, reclamation, air quality, hazardous materials, etc.) Research and development of new programs and techniques as they may apply to compliance, reclamation, planning, evaluation and bond release Represent the company in inter-company and regulatory issues and issues involving permitting (i.e. GAGMO, WMA subcommittee). Respond to operations request for assistance in areas of technical expertise Develop, implement and update company manuals and compliance plans (i.e. Environmental Procedures Manual, SPCC plans, etc). Regular and predictable attendance Maintain confidentiality with sensitive issues Special projects as directed QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITY • High school diploma or GED • BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering or related discipline • Minimum of five years’ hands-on environmental experience, preferable in surface mining • Knowledge of environmental regulations including those under SMCRA, CWA, CAA, RCRA, etc. • Experience in project management • Working knowledge of pertinent environmental rules and regulations for surface mining • Ability to communicate effectively with regulatory agencies and the public • Supervisory experience • Excellent communication skills, both oral, written and presentation • Excellent organizational skills • Computer application skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer drafting and project software • Excellent math skills • Ability to work in a team environment YOU MUST REFERENCE ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER ON YOUR RESUME.