Water Resources Engineer I

Position Overview

The Water Resources Engineer I provides technical support for Pinto Valley’s Tailings and Water Management programs under the direction of the Water Resources Engineer II. This role assists with water supply, distribution, dewatering, tailings water recovery, monitoring systems, and short- and long-term water planning. The position supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of water management strategies through data analysis, field investigations, monitoring programs, engineering evaluations, and technical reporting.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform all work in accordance with Pinto Valley Mine safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Ensure consultants, contractors, and vendors comply with site standards, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Aid in short- and long-term water management planning, including water supply, distribution, storage, recovery, and dewatering systems.
• Support tailings and water balance development, tracking, forecasting, and performance evaluations.
• Aid in the collection, validation, analysis, and interpretation of operational and monitoring data.
• Develop and maintain performance metrics and KPIs for water and tailings systems.
• Aid in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of water monitoring systems, including piezometers, vibrating wire instruments, transducers, flow meters, and telemetry systems.
• Aid in monitoring system upgrades, infrastructure improvement projects, and implementation of new technologies.
• Conduct field inspections of water infrastructure, pipelines, pumping systems, storage facilities, and monitoring installations.
• Support QA/QC programs for water monitoring, instrumentation, and data management.
• Aid in technical evaluations, engineering studies, and preparation of recommendations to improve system performance and reliability.
• Aid in tracking recommendations and action items from internal audits, inspections, and third-party reviews.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, engineering summaries, and documentation for operational and regulatory purposes.
• Support agency reporting requirements by coordinating data collection, validation, and documentation.
• Utilize GIS, CAD, database systems, and data visualization tools to support engineering analyses and decision-making.
• Support cross-functional teams, including Operations, Environmental, Geotechnical, Maintenance, and Permitting departments.
• Demonstrate Capstone’s Values: Always Accountable, Execute with Excellence, Deliver Results, and Work Responsibly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 0–3 years of professional engineering experience. Previous mining, consulting, water resources, hydrology, hydrogeology, environmental, or civil engineering experience is preferred. Internship or co-op experience in mining or water resources is considered an asset.
• Key Competencies / Skills: Understanding of hydrologic, hydraulic, hydrogeologic, and water management principles; Knowledge of soil mechanics, groundwater systems, fluid mechanics, and engineering fundamentals; Familiarity with monitoring instrumentation and data acquisition systems; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Civil 3D, Power BI, SQL databases, or similar software is preferred; Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; Ability to interpret technical data and develop practical recommendations; Effective written and verbal communication skills; Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic mining environment; Valid Arizona driver’s license; Proficiency in English.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Combination of office-based engineering work (40%) and field activities (60%). Frequent travel throughout site to water infrastructure, pumping systems, pipelines, monitoring locations, and tailings facilities. Walking on uneven terrain, loose rock, wet surfaces, and active mining areas. Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access remote monitoring locations. Exposure to desert conditions including heat, sun, dust, wind, and seasonal storms. Work near operating heavy equipment, processing facilities, and active mining operations. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and wear required PPE in all operational areas.