Early Career Civil Engineer

RESPEC•Laramie, WY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

RESPEC seeks an Early Career Civil Engineer to join our team in our Cheyenne, WY office. In this role, you will support the planning, design, and implementation of a variety of mine reclamation and land restoration projects. You will work alongside experienced engineers and environmental professionals to help restore and improve mine-impacted lands while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. This position offers a unique blend of office and field experience, including engineering support, construction observation, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, traveling to project sites, and conducting fieldwork in remote and rugged environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a career in civil engineering, mine reclamation, and land restoration while making a lasting environmental impact. This is an onsite position based in Cheyenne, Wyoming. While preference may be given to candidates located in the area, we encourage qualified candidates from other locations to apply. For the successful candidate who requires relocation, a relocation bonus will be offered to support their move to Cheyenne.

Requirements

Bachelor of science or master of science degree in civil engineering, mining engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university
0 to 5 years of experience in civil, mining, geotechnical, or reclamation engineering with at least 1 year in construction management field
Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) or Profession Engineer (P.E.) or ability to obtain certification/licensure within a reasonable timeframe
Experience in AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD 3D software applications and ArcGIS Pro
Working knowledge of earthworks, grading, and landscape construction principles
Familiarity with topographic surveying and mapping techniques, and terrain modeling
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in both office and field environments
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel

Responsibilities

Assist with the planning, evaluation, design, and construction oversight of abandoned mine land reclamation projects
Support site assessments, field investigations, and geotechnical evaluations on active and reclaimed mine lands
Contribute to the design and development of: Mine closure and earthwork grading projects, Highwall stabilization and reclamation projects, Stormwater management and drainage conveyance systems, including channels, underdrains, culverts, and erosion-control measures
Perform construction observation and assist with QA/QC activities to verify compliance with project specifications, design plans, and regulatory requirements
Collect, analyze, and document field data to support engineering evaluations, permitting efforts, and project development
Prepare technical reports, design calculations, drawings, and project documentation under the guidance of senior engineers
Collaborate with project managers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other project stakeholders
Travel to project sites to conduct inspections, investigations, and construction support activities
Work safely and effectively in remote locations and challenging terrain while adhering to company and site-specific safety requirements