Groundwater & Water Management Lead (Mining)

NewRange Copper Nickel LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

NewRange Copper Nickel LLC is seeking a Hydrogeologist to provide groundwater and surface water expertise across mining projects, supporting study development, project execution and field investigations through hydrogeologic analysis and water management planning.

The role includes modeling, data management and regulatory alignment, with collaboration across mine engineering, geology, environmental, permitting and operations teams to integrate water management into project design and identify

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hydrogeology experience, preferably in mining or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience with groundwater and surface water systems, including water well design and water balance concepts.
• Familiarity with hydrogeologic and hydrologic modeling techniques; modeling experience preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks related to water management in mining environments.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Professional designation in Minnesota State (e.g., P.G. or P.E.), or ability to acquire is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrogeologic assessments to support project studies and design.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret hydrogeologic data, including groundwater levels, flow systems, water quality, and hydrologic conditions.
• Support development and application of hydrogeologic and hydrologic models to evaluate site conditions and project scenarios.
• Support responsible water stewardship practices aligned with regulatory requirements and company commitments.
• Contribute to planning and design analyses, providing recommendations related to dewatering, water management, and closure strategies.
• Collaborate with mine engineering, geology, geotechnical, environmental, permitting and operations teams to integrate water management into project design.
• Assist in evaluating impacts of mine design and operational activities on groundwater and surface water systems.
• Support identification of risks and opportunities related to water management, including cost, schedule, and operational impacts.
• Support scope development and technical review of consultant work related to hydrogeology and water management.
• Review technical deliverables to ensure alignment with project requirements, standards, and objectives.

Skills

Hydrogeology analysis

Data interpretation

Modeling tools

Regulatory compliance

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology

Geology or Civil Engineering (related discipline)

Tools

Hydrogeologic modeling software

Job description

NewRange Copper Nickel LLC is seeking a Hydrogeologist to provide groundwater and surface water expertise across mining projects, supporting study development, project execution and field investigations through hydrogeologic analysis and water management planning.

The role includes modeling, data management and regulatory alignment, with collaboration across mine engineering, geology, environmental, permitting and operations teams to integrate water management into project design and identify