Mid-Level Civil Engineer

2 days ago

Lexington, Kentucky, United States RESPEC Full time
Company Description

RESPEC, seeks an mid-level engineer for our mine reclamation group located in our Lexington, Kentucky location.

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you're someone who sees problems as opportunities, you'll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we've tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you'll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you'll fit right in.

Job Description

The responsibilities for this position include assisting in planning and designing Abandoned Mine Land (AML) and reclamation projects, impoundment design and inspections, site design, site grading, stormwater design, permitting (including National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System [NPDES]), preparing technical reports, and project management. The successful candidate will work with senior engineering staff to manage mining-related reclamation projects. Domestic travel may be required for visits to client mine sites as well as for client and corporate meetings.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in civil, mining or environmental engineering or geology
  • A minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in environmental engineering
  • Registered professional engineer or ability to obtain
  • Prior experience with abandoned mine land and reclamation
  • Technical knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations related to environmental site assessments, reclamation and site remediation
  • Extensive experience in commercial civil or mining engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Carlson Civil Suite, HEC-RAS, HMS, TR55, Geo-Studio, or similar software and GIS-based software)
  • Excellent interpersonal and effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, the following education and skill set are preferred:

    • Previous experience in AML or environmental projects in the Appalachia region
    • Experience in operational, consulting, or engineering services in civil or environmental engineering or related industries
    • Project management experience
Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Holidays & Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) & ESOP with company match up to 4%
  • Professional Development & Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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