Engineering Technician - WV Water Research Institute

The WV Water Research Institute at West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for an Engineering Technician.

About the Opportunity

As the Engineering Technician, the incumbent supports engineering efforts at the West Virginia Water Research Institute (WVWRI) for acid mine drainage (AMD) and critical materials (CM) projects. Primary responsibilities include evaluation and design of AMD remediation projects at both the at-source and watershed scales, as well as experimental analysis of CM recovery from waste feedstocks, particularly AMD, at both the bench and operational scales. The role's significance extends to the prosperous realization of various state and federally funded initiatives.

At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:

13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)

Paid Time off (PTO)

403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)

A range of health insurance and other benefits

Dependent Education Scholarship

WVU Perks

What You'll Do

Supports engineering needs for acid mine drainage (AMD) and critical materials (CM) projects. This includes, but is not limited to, permitting, design, and construction of AMD remediation projects, as well as design and execution of CM recovery experiments.

Applies innovative approaches to resolve complex environmental and engineering challenges.

Develops designs for passive and active AMD treatment plants based on a variety of complex factors such as land ownership, hydrology, water quality, and input from project technical teams.

Conducts sites visits and inspections to inform engineering designs.

Assimilates and analyzes water quality data.

Develops engineering designs, plans, and calculations to support permitting, bid, and construction.

Proficiently plots cross sections, interprets topography, computes grade lines and earthwork, drafts typical sections, and formulates drainage solutions.

Calculates material quantities essential for construction projects.

Conducts bench and operational scale experiments of CM recovery from waste feedstocks, particularly AMD.

Supports operation of CM recovery research facilities.

Prepares technical reports for and contributes to peer-reviewed journal publications.

Maintains active collaboration with research teams.

Contributes to proposal development.

Executes tasks in adherence with best management practices and health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering.

A minimum of one (1) year of experience in the following:

Full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in engineering related to acid mine drainage remediation and/or critical materials.

Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in civil and/or environmental engineering.

Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam with current Engineer Intern (EI) Certification with the West Virginia State Board of Registration for... For full info follow application link.

West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. West Virginia University Research Corporation values diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.