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Reclamation Engineer

Job ID: 40121  |  Location: Quincy, Florida, USA

 

The Reclamation Engineer plays an essential role in supporting responsible mining practices by managing land reclamation activities and ensuring environmental compliance across our operations in Florida and Georgia. This position focuses on permitting, site planning, and coordination with regulatory agencies to meet all applicable standards. Working closely with both internal teams and external partners, you'll help restore mined lands and support long-term sustainability goals for the Adsorbents and Additives business unit. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who values both technical work and environmental stewardship in a practical, hands-on setting.


Responsibilities

  • Oversee reclamation activities for mining operations in Quincy, FL, and Georgia, ensuring compliance with environmental and mining regulations.
  • Maintain and update all required environmental and mining permits, including those issued by Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GADNR), and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
  • Implement updates to Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) as necessary to align with operational or regulatory changes.
  • Prepare and submit annual compliance reports to FDEP and GADNR in accordance with regulatory deadlines.
  • Support the development of reclamation plans, stormwater drainage and control strategies, and the design of retention ponds and other mine-related infrastructure.
  • Assist in the preparation of hydrobiological reports as required by regulatory agencies.
  • Coordinate with external environmental consultants to support project planning, permitting, and compliance documentation.
  • Serve as a point of contact for communication with state and federal regulatory agencies, ensuring timely and accurate information exchange.
  • Maintain detailed records of all permitting activities, including communications with contractors, consultants, and regulators.
  • Collaborate effectively with internal mining teams, consultants, and third-party stakeholders to support ongoing compliance and reclamation goals.

 

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, geology, mining engineering, or a closely related field is required.
  • A minimum of three years of experience working with regulatory agencies on environmental permitting is expected.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in both Florida and Georgia is required for this position.
  • Experience with AutoCAD is required, and familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D is considered a strong asset.
  • Effective communication skills are necessary to effectively interact with both internal stakeholders and external regulatory representatives.
  • The ability to organize, document, and track complex permitting processes and communications is critical to success in this role.
  • A proactive, detail-oriented approach is needed to manage evolving compliance requirements and support sustainable mining operations.

 

What´s in it for you?

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
  • Paid Holidays
  • PTO time with a carry-over benefit
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program
  • EAP Program
  • Spending and Savings Accounts
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Online discount Mall 
  • Auto/Home Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Legal Services Plan

 

Hannah Andrepont Talent Acquisition Manager US & CA (832) 663-3948 Hannah.andrepont@clariant.com

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

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Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

 

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