Senior Environmental Engineer - Air & Waste

Senior Environmental Engineer – Air Quality & Waste Management

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to oversee air quality compliance and waste management activities at a mining operation in Nevada. This position will be responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, managing environmental permitting requirements, and developing effective environmental management practices that support both current operations and future site development.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in environmental regulations, particularly air emissions and industrial waste management, along with experience working in mining or other heavy industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

Air Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee environmental programs related to air emissions, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain air permit compliance through ongoing monitoring, documentation, reporting, and regulatory tracking.
• Coordinate permitting activities, including new permit applications, modifications, and renewals.
• Prepare and maintain emissions inventories, calculations, and associated technical records.
• Conduct or coordinate site inspections, visible emissions evaluations, and environmental compliance assessments.
• Partner with operational personnel to identify potential environmental issues and implement corrective measures.

Waste Management & Environmental Programs

• Direct the handling and management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste generated by industrial activities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal and state waste regulations, including RCRA requirements.
• Oversee waste classification, storage practices, transportation, recycling, and disposal activities.
• Coordinate with third-party waste management providers and environmental service contractors.
• Evaluate environmental incidents, assist with investigations, and develop corrective or preventive actions.

Program Development & Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as a technical resource for environmental compliance matters across multiple departments.
• Communicate with regulatory authorities and coordinate responses to inspections, audits, and information requests.
• Oversee outside consultants and contractors engaged in environmental projects.
• Improve environmental procedures, reporting processes, and compliance tracking systems.
• Provide technical support, training, and mentorship to environmental personnel.
• Collaborate with site leadership to incorporate environmental considerations into operational planning and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in environmental engineering, regulatory compliance, or environmental program management.
• Experience within mining, mineral processing, manufacturing, or another industrial setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state air quality regulations, permitting requirements, and emissions reporting.
• Understanding of hazardous waste regulations, waste characterization, and industrial waste handling practices.
• Experience developing or supporting air permit applications, emissions inventories, and environmental compliance documentation is preferred.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Ability to interpret environmental regulations and translate requirements into practical operating procedures.
• Experience conducting environmental assessments, audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Familiarity with environmental reporting software, emissions databases, or regulatory tracking platforms.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related business applications.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments with limited supervision.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and operational improvement.

Work Environment

This position supports environmental management activities at an industrial mining facility in Nevada. Responsibilities involve a combination of technical office work, regulatory coordination, and field activities throughout the operation.