Environmental Engineer I/II - Air & Waste

Job Description

Job Description

About Jerritt Canyon

The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.

The Opportunity

The Environmental Engineer – Air & Waste supports the site's air quality and waste management programs while developing technical knowledge and regulatory experience. This role works closely with the Environmental Superintendent and senior environmental staff to help ensure compliance with environmental regulations while gaining hands-on experience in air permitting, emissions reporting, waste management, and environmental compliance.

This position partners with Environmental, Operations, Maintenance, and contractors to complete field work, inspections, reporting, and compliance activities that support both current operations and future site planning.

Responsibilities

• Support site air quality and waste management programs to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable air permits, including monitoring, recordkeeping, reporting, and tracking permit requirements.
• Support air permitting efforts, including permit modifications, renewals, and new permit applications.
• Assist with emissions inventories, emissions calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct visible emissions observations (VEOs), environmental inspections, and routine compliance evaluations.
• Assist in identifying air compliance risks and work with Operations to implement practical solutions.
• Support hazardous and non-hazardous waste management programs, including waste characterization, storage, labeling, inspections, and disposal.
• Assist with maintaining compliance with RCRA and other applicable waste regulations.
• Coordinate waste shipments and work with disposal and recycling vendors.
• Support investigations and reporting for air and waste-related incidents, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Assist with regulatory inspections, audits, and information requests.
• Coordinate with environmental consultants and contractors supporting air and waste programs.
• Maintain environmental records, compliance tracking tools, and reporting systems.
• Participate in environmental projects and other compliance initiatives as assigned.
• Develop technical knowledge of air quality, waste management, and environmental regulations through training and mentorship.

The above responsibilities are representative and may not include all assigned duties.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field (required), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0–5 years of environmental compliance or related experience.
• Internship or co-op experience in environmental compliance, mining, manufacturing, consulting, or industrial operations is a plus.
• Basic understanding of air quality, waste management, or environmental regulations.
• Willingness to learn air permitting, emissions reporting, and hazardous waste management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work both in the field and office.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and work independently while supporting cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.