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A Mining Engineer researches mines and designs mining operations for the efficient extraction of minerals such as metals and coal. Uses knowledge of geology and engineering to determine sites to be mined, and develops plans to extract minerals effectively. May specialize in one type of mineral or material. May inspect and monitor mines for the safety and health of miners.
$116,311 / year median in California
+14% projected growth
Job Description
ZT01 Water Resources Experience (preferred) Plan, facilitate, and execute groundwater investigations, including desktop studies, aquifer testing, and data interpretation Design, oversee, and analyze aquifer tests (pumping, step-drawdown, slug tests) to estimate aquifer parameters Evaluate site geology and regional geologic setting to understand how subsurface conditions may influence groundwater occurrence, aquifer behavior, recharge potential, storage, flow direction, water quality, well performance, and project feasibility Prepare and support groundwater source adequacy, water availability, and well capacity evaluations for development projects Review and interpret well completion reports, driller's logs, geologic maps, boring logs, pump test data, static and pumping water levels, well production records, and available local groundwater data Develop or review water demand estimates and compare existing/proposed demands to available water supply data Plan, oversee, and interpret aquifer and well performance testing, including pumping tests, step-drawdown tests, slug tests, and water level monitoring Evaluate seasonal reliability, dry-year performance, well interference potential, and limitations of existing or proposed groundwater sources Analyze hydrogeologic data using appropriate tools, including conceptual hydrogeologic models and, where applicable, numerical groundwater modeling Prepare technical memoranda, water availability evaluations, and client and agency-facing summaries that clearly communicate assumptions, limitations, risks, and recommended next steps Coordinate with regulatory agencies, well drillers, pump contractors, laboratories, and design teams as needed Analyze hydrogeologic data using appropriate tools Collect groundwater quality samples, coordinate lab analysis, and interpret geochemical data Support conceptual and numerical groundwater modeling Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the field of hydrogeology, groundwater resources, or environmental consulting
- California Professional Engineer (PE) license or Professional Geologist (PG) preferred or in the process of obtaining
- Familiarity with multiple hydrogeologic settings (unconsolidated, consolidated and bedrock aquifers)
- Experience with groundwater modeling software (e.g. MODFLOW, SWMM or similar tools)
- Proficiency in engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3