Intrepid Potash · 4 weeks ago
Civil Project Engineer
Carlsbad, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelIntrepid Potash is an entrepreneurial organization focused on innovative mineral extraction methods. They are seeking a Civil Project Engineer to provide engineering support for tailings operations and manage civil engineering projects to meet corporate goals.
MineralMiningNatural ResourcesService Industry
Hiring Manager
Cindy Phillips
Responsibilities
Serve as the company’s primary point of contact and subject matter expert for tailings management compliance
Assist in the design and oversee tailings and mine waste facilities, water systems, and roads
Conduct surveying, site investigations, and construction inspections
Build and maintain positive professional relationships with government agencies and other external stakeholders
Ensure all data, statistics and reports required by management and regulatory bodies are accurately compiled and submitted on time
Ensure compliance with environmental permits and lead remediation efforts
Manage budgets and costs related to civil construction projects
Monitor and report on key performance indicators and operating statistics as they relate to tailings management and impoundment stability
Assist Corporate Technical Services with construction projects as they relate to impoundment design and operation
Evaluate the stability of active tailings areas and recommend design changes when required to increase safety or optimize management of water balance
Engage and coordinate third-party experts and contractors as needed pertaining to tails management and impoundment stability
Assist with ROW, layout and construction activities for well pads, roads and pipelines
Manage critical infrastructure and identify necessary improvements
Support operations by maintaining site infrastructure
Collaborate with mill and underground mine teams on engineering projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Strong project planning and construction oversight skills
Demonstrated competency in civil engineering disciplines and project management
Drafting skills adequate to create drawings and maps using AutoCAD, Vulcan and Carlson Suite are required
Preferred
Experience in geotechnical design, hydraulic design, and soil mechanics a plus
Knowledge of MSHA regulations is a plus
Understanding of Solution Mining principles is a plus
Understanding of advanced surveying procedures
Benefits
Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance
401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match
Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules
Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path program
Company
Intrepid Potash
Intrepid Potash provides minerals resources for organic crops.
Founded in 2000
201-500 employees
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