Environmental Engineer V

HydroGeoLogic, Inc•Lakewood, CO

4d•$133,782 - $214,052•Hybrid

About The Position

HGL is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer V to support complex mining reclamation, mine remediation, and environmental construction projects across the United States. This position will serve as a senior technical resource, providing engineering leadership for projects involving remedial design, mine-waste cleanup, earthwork, grading, cover systems, drainage, water management, and related reclamation activities. The Engineer V will work closely with project managers, technical staff, clients, regulators, and contractors to establish technical approaches, resolve complex engineering issues, and help ensure high-quality project delivery. The role may also include technical review of project deliverables, mentoring engineering staff, and supporting the development of engineering methods and practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering field.
Minimum of 15 years of directly related engineering experience.
Extensive experience with mining reclamation, mine remediation, remedial design, environmental construction, or similar complex engineering projects.
Demonstrated senior-level technical expertise and ability to independently establish engineering approaches and resolve complex or unique technical issues.
Strong technical writing, review, and communication skills, including experience providing technical direction to project teams and coordinating with clients, regulators, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and relevant engineering/design software, with the ability to effectively use company-approved digital and AI tools.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt new technologies and digital tools to improve project delivery and operational efficiency.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
Experience leading EPA or state-led mining reclamation, mine remediation, or CERCLA remedial design/remedial action projects.
Experience serving as the senior technical lead or engineer of record for complex remediation or environmental construction projects.
Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
Experience with engineering design, modeling, construction oversight, or mine-reclamation software and tools applicable to project work.

Responsibilities

Management of technical aspects of CERCLA RI/FS, RD/RA, operations and maintenance (O&M), and/or long-term monitoring (LTM) or RCRA equivalent phases of environmental restoration and large-scale mining reclamation projects
Developing engineering studies, plans, designs, and specifications for the remediation of environmental contamination.
Potentially Responsible Party (PRP) oversight.
Lead complex engineering analyses, designs, specifications, and technical deliverables for mining reclamation, mine remediation, and environmental construction projects.
Establish technical approaches for complex or unique project conditions involving mine waste, earthwork, grading, cover systems, drainage, water management, and related reclamation features.
Review and provide senior technical direction on drawings, work plans, specifications, and construction activities to ensure technical quality and compliance with project requirements.
Resolve significant technical issues and provide guidance on corrective actions, design modifications, and project implementation.
Communicating effectively with Program and Project Managers, clients, regulators, technical team members, and company management.
Effectively manage project risks and develop mitigation approaches and strategies.
Supporting business development efforts, including leading or supporting proposal efforts.
Provide technical leadership to project teams and coordinate with project managers, clients, regulators, contractors, and multidisciplinary staff.
Review and approve technical reports, memoranda, design documents, and other project deliverables within area of expertise.
Mentor and guide engineers and technical staff and support development of consistent engineering methods and practices.
Use company-approved digital and AI tools, where appropriate, to support research, drafting, analysis, and quality review, while independently verifying technical accuracy and complying with HGL and client requirements.