Civil Engineer - Tailings

Are you ready to design the future? We're looking for a Civil Engineer-Tailings with a flair for tailings and a passion for sustainability! As our new Civil Engineer, you'll be the mastermind behind project planning, construction, and land development. You'll tackle geotechnical design, hydraulic wonders, and soil mechanics like a pro. But that's not all! You'll dive into wastewater treatment and solid waste management, making the world a cleaner place, one project at a time.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, involves critical infrastructure management. You'll identify what's missing or what's too much, and then you'll plan, design, and oversee the construction of solutions that make a difference. From tailings and mine waste facilities to water systems and roads, you'll ensure everything is top-notch. And let's not forget the ports! You'll have a hand in everything from deep water ports to float plane docks.

But wait, there's more! You'll be the go-to guru for operations support, keeping our site infrastructure in tip-top shape. You'll also be our environmental champion, ensuring we're compliant with permits and leading the charge on remediation efforts.

And because we know you love variety; you'll also support the mill and underground mine teams. You'll conceptualize, design, draw, write, estimate, and track like the engineering superstar you are. In the field, you'll survey, investigate, and inspect, ensuring everything is built to last.

So, if you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and leave your mark on the world, apply now and join our team of engineering heroes!

About Us

The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 500 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.

Here's what you can expect in this role:

• Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do, but safety, as well.
• You will work in a variety of disciplines such as project planning, construction, land development, geotechnical design, hydraulic design, soil mechanics, waste water treatment, or solid waste management.
• You will work with specialists on specific issues such as soil or ground water contamination or energy development and conservation.
• You will conceptualize and design the main features of a project, then perform and direct the work of drawing plans, writing scopes of work, writing specifications, preparing cost estimates and tracking systems.
• You will participate in surveying, site investigation, or construction inspection.
• You will prepare reports on funding, scheduling, scope of work, environmental impact, risk assessment programs and excavation plans.
• You will help to foster a strong safety culture, promoting and exemplifying safe work practices throughout the organization.
• You will be a part of team you can rely on; a team that will have your back.

If you're interested in this role, apply on our website at this link: http://www.hecla.com/careers/

We have a two-part interview process. If you are selected, our hiring managers will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. Then, if you are selected to move forward, you will be invited to come for a site interview to ensure that we are fit for you, and you are a fit for us.

Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please visit Hecla's website at www.hecla.com and our recruiting page at http://www.hecla.com/careers/