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Barr Engineering Co. Mining Hydrogeologist - Senior Level (Hybrid) in Denver, Colorado
Job Description:
Summary: Barr is seeking a senior-level mining hydrogeologist to help grow our team of professionals that deliver services to the mining industry in areas related to hydrogeologic characterization, water management, feasibility studies, environmental permitting, and mine reclamation. Project responsibilities may include designing complex mine water management studies and programs involving the collection of hydrogeological field data and data interpretation/evaluation; providing technical guidance on operational water management issues; and working with multidisciplinary teams (geochemists, hydrogeologists, hydrologists) on modeling studies.
Business development activities will include interacting with clients to identify and develop new project opportunities, which will include maintaining strong relationships with clients, developing proposals, and networking with clients and project partners at conferences. In addition to working with Barr's mining clients, the successful candidate may support projects across Barr's client portfolio, including the fuels, power, public, and manufacturing sectors.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, geological engineering, or a closely related discipline
10 years of work experience including at least 5 years in the mining sector
Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one jurisdiction
Experience designing and implementing hydrogeologic field investigation activities, including drilling and well construction, standard field sampling procedures for soil, rock, sediments, surface water and groundwater, and aquifer tests
Familiarity with the use of hydrogeologic data to support groundwater model development and calibration
Strong technical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, ability to write well, and attention to detail
Ability to interact and collaborate with a wide variety of external clients, subcontractors, and third-party stake holders
A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs
Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs
Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future
Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in geology, hydrogeology, or engineering with an emphasis in hydrogeology
Experience or coursework in groundwater chemistry and solute fate and transport
Experience developing technical analyses to support permitting and mine operations to mine closure, with ability to manage multiple projects
Working experience with numerical groundwater modeling software such as MODFLOW, MOLDFLOW-SUFACT, Groundwater Vistas, or FEFLOW
Experience with mine dewatering design and operations including pit slope depressurization, general dewatering practices, and site-wide water management
Recognized expertise in mining hydrogeology, demonstrated by regularly presenting at conferences and publishing in peer-reviewed journals
A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Salt Lake City, Utah; Duluth, Hibbing and Minneapolis, Minnesota; Reno, Nevada; or Denver, Colorado, offices.
Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $105,000 - 125,000/year. This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Compensation will vary based upon relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. arr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all its profit to our employees through our bon
Benefits:
People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental
