Senior Water Resources Engineer - Mining
Senior Mine Water Management Engineer
Denver, CO
A leading engineering and environmental services firm is seeking a senior-level engineer with deep expertise in mine water management, water resources, and hydrogeology. Based in Denver, CO, you'll serve as a technical leader and client-facing advisor, driving mine water strategies from early planning through design, construction, and closure within a collaborative, employee-owned culture.
What You'll Do
- Lead mine water management planning, including water balance development, surface water/groundwater interaction, water quality, treatment, and reuse strategies.
- Serve as a senior technical advisor to mining clients and support business development, proposals, and pursuit strategies.
- Manage or lead projects with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and financial performance.
- Direct hydrologic, hydraulic, and hydrogeologic analyses, including risk-informed and probabilistic assessments.
- Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to deliver integrated, constructable solutions across design-build and EPC delivery models.
- Mentor junior and mid-career engineers and contribute to growing the firm's mine water capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, chemical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
- PE license required.
- 11+ years of progressive experience in mine water management, water resources, or hydrogeology on mining projects.
- Proven expertise in mine water balances, surface/groundwater modeling, and hydrologic data interpretation.
- Track record of project delivery with accountability for scope, budget, and financial performance.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Preferred
- Master's degree in a relevant discipline; PG licensure a plus.
- Experience with GoldSim, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, MODFLOW, or similar tools.
- Background in mine closure planning, tailings water management, or long-term water stewardship.
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