Senior Mining Engineer

Tetra Tech Technical Services, Inc. in; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Professional development

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer (Part-Time Temporary) based in Pittsburgh, PA. The role requires applying comprehensive mining engineering knowledge to challenging assignments across environmental, engineering, and construction contexts.

Ideal candidates will have extensive mining-related experience, professional licensure as a PE, and familiarity with MSHA training. The position offers a flexible, project-based schedule in a leading engineering and consulting firm.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mining Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of 20 years of related experience.
• Must be a Registered Professional Engineer.
• MSHA 40-hour training preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform project tasks in public and private sectors and coordinate with client representatives.
• Perform technical functions on environmental, engineering and construction projects.
• Projects involving mining, oil and gas, and environmental aspects in accordance with regulations.
• Evaluate mine site investigations, reclamation techniques and mine pool management.
• Provide technical direction to CAD operators, designers and field personnel.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mining Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering design software

Job description

Senior Mining Engineer (Finance)

Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Mining Engineer to our team based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.

Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary

We are searching for a Part‑Time Temporary Senior Mining Engineer who possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of mining engineering to the completion of challenging assignments.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Perform project tasks in the public and private sector. Participate in functions involving contact with client representatives. Work/coordinate with project team personnel.
• Perform technical functions on projects on environmental, engineering and construction projects.
• Projects involving mining, oil and gas, and environmental aspects in accordance with appropriate state and federal regulations.
• Tasks involving site investigations, evaluation of reclamation techniques (including innovative technologies), mine pool management, environmental studies and designs related to mining, oil and gas, and environmental projects.
• Review or manage field assessments. May also be requested to support other project programs such as construction management, watershed restoration, and alternative energy projects.
• Plans, schedules, conducts and coordinates detailed phase of technical work in a part of a major project or in a total project of complex scope.
• Preparation and review of environmental documents.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to CADD operators, designers, technicians and field personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mining Engineering or a related area required.
• Minimum of 20 years of related experience is required.
• Knowledge of geology, rock mechanics, hydrology and geotechnical engineering are a plus.
• Must be able to function with little direction to meet project goals and take conceptual direction for project tasks and develop detail plans to complete task.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, i.e. Word, Excel is required; knowledge of computer‑based engineering design software is desirable.
• Must possess a valid driver's license in good standing.
• Must be able to work effectively with other technical professionals.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in written form.
• Must be a Registered Professional Engineer.
• MSHA 40‑hour training and current 8‑hour refresher training are preferred.

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Additional Information

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