Civil/Water Resources Engineer - Senior Level - Mining ...

The role - what you'll do Barr is seeking Civil/Water Resources Engineer with a focus in mine water management to join our team. In this hybrid role, you will work with multidisciplinary project teams providing project and/or task management and technical support primarily for Barr's mining clients as well as other clients in markets such as heavy industry and power generation. The ideal candidate for this position has strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, proven task or project management skills, and a willingness to work cooperatively with project team members in a high-energy working environment that encourages self-initiative. Your impact - key responsibilities Leading technical analyses related to water balance modeling Hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and engineering studies Interacting with, coordinating with, and potentially leading or managing multidisciplinary project teams; mentoring junior staff through project work Advising clients on mine water management strategies alternatives analyses Performing business development, such as giving conference presentations or writing proposals About the opportunity Compensation: Anticipated range of $110,000-160,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on 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. This position is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Hybrid: 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 the following Barr offices: Denver, Colorado; Duluth, Hibbing, or Minneapolis, Minnesota; Bismarck, North Dakota; or Salt Lake City, Utah. Work environment: Ability to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction/mining outdoor sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. About you - required core competencies Education: Bachelor's degree. in civil or environmental engineering Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience Familiarity with publicly available data sets to support hydrologic analyses such as USGS gage data in the USA, hydrometric stations in Canada, climate data from NWS, Environment Canada, or other gages Experience advising clients on mine water management strategies and alternatives analysis Developed skills in probabilistic analysis or modeling, uncertainty analyses, and/or Monte Carlo analyses to inform and complete risk assessments Licenses/certifications: PE registration or eligibility for immediate certification Software: Experience working with hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality methods; modeling tools; and software such as GoldSim, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, XPSWMM/PCSWMM, HSPF, HydroCAD, MS Excel, or the MIKE Suite of tools Driver's license: Possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future Helpful additional experience (not required) More than 10 years of experience working on projects directly related to job responsibilities described above at a consulting engineering firm or mining or industrial worksite M.Sc. or PhD degree(s) in civil or environmental engineering Strong relationships with clients and the ability to develop or foster ongoing relationships and maintain a high level of client service Examples of providing water resources engineering to support permitting and compliance Experience with mine closure and reclamation planning, such as assessing alternatives and developing a plan, including community involvement Expertise with one or more of the following: data analysis, isualization, and presentation; hydraulic structure (outlet works) analysis and design; risk-informed decision making for alternative development and selection; climate change analysis for mine water management decision making; water recovery and re-use; cost-benefit assessments; due diligence services (e.g., review boards) for water management projects #LI-Hybrid Benefits - what we offer We are committed to providing an employee experience that attracts and retains top talent. That's why we offer a competitive package of employee benefits - including some unique offerings not found at other companies. At Barr, we also believe that learning doesn't stop when you get your degree, which is why we provide coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities to foster professional development at every stage of your career. Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock Profit distribution: Barr has a

Created: 2025-10-04