Geochemist

Summary

• The responsibilities of this position will include waste characterization, geochemical modeling, environmental site investigations, geochemical research and development, laboratory analysis, critical review of mine planning/design documents, technical report development, client liaison, and supervision of geochemical projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret results of sampling and analysis programs at numerous mining sites.
• Apply geochemical methods to tailings disposal and stabilization issues, process waste treatment and management, and mine site remediation.
• Work on environmental project activities including site investigations, feasibility studies, and remedial action plans.
• Develops a compliance strategy(s) to meet regulatory requirements.
• Analyzes, develops, and implements activities to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all remediation efforts.
• Assesses the environmental risk of activities and advises team members of environmental impact.
• Interprets data and observations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry guidelines and advises management accordingly.
• Evaluates current and proposed codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines to determine the impact on current and future programs and activities.
• Prepares technical documentation for management's use when dealing with regulatory agencies and other internal/external needs.
• Maintains working knowledge of new technologies developed by the industry and government regulators.

Technical Ability

• Experience with environmental sampling fieldwork, NEPA regulations, excellent analytical skills and familiarity with environmental permit framework. Mining industry experience, permitting and a working knowledge of geochemical modeling, including Geochemist’s Workbench, PHREEQE-C, SOLMINEQ, MINTEQA2, NETPATH, and similar programs would also be considered an advantage.

Education/Experience

• Master of Science degree (M.S.) in geochemistry from an accredited college or university with an emphasis on environment engineering, chemical engineering, water and/or energy; and six to 10 years related experience.

Work Environment

• Work will be in both an office and field environment with travel to various outdoor sites determined by project needs. Adherence to safety standards including those of the firm, MSHA, OSHA is mandatory.