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Civil/Water Resources Engineer (Mining Focus) - Mid Level (Hybrid)
Civil/Water Resources Engineer (Mining Focus) - Mid Level (Hybrid)-February 2024
Minneapolis
Feb 10, 2026
About Civil/Water Resources Engineer (Mining Focus) - Mid Level (Hybrid)

  Job Description: Summary: The person in this position will work with multidisciplinary project teams providing project and/or task management and technical support primarily for Barr's mining clients in addition to other clients in markets such as heavy industry and power generation. Responsibilities are expected to include leading technical analyses related to water balance modeling; hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and engineering studies; interacting with, coordinating with, and potentially leading or managing multi-disciplinary project teams; mentoring junior staff through project work; advising clients on mine water management strategies through completion of alternatives analyses; providing environmental consulting services; writing technical reports; and performing business development likely through conference presentations and writing proposals. Work may involve short-term, out-of-town assignments such as site visits. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering 8 or more years of related work experience with a focus on mining and mine water management Professional Engineer (PE) certification or eligibility for immediate certification 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 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 Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Proven task or project management skills including quality management Willingness to work cooperatively with project team members in a high-energy working environment that encourages self-initiative Flexible working style as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future Preferred Qualifications: More than 10 years of experience working on projects directly related to job responsibilities described above at a consulting engineering or mining or industrial worksite Master's degree or PhD degree 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, visualization, 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 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. NOTE:Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on aste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. If any of these work types present themselves, safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients. Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $95,000-$125,000 Compensation will vary based on experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus. Our compensation comes in more ways than traditional base salary, and we believe that when all those elements are combined, our compensation is a competitive part of the total value proposition of working at Barr. Benefits: People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses, paid holidays, paid time off, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked). #LI-Hybrid Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Barr is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status.

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