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The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Engineering Technician.
About the Opportunity
The Engineering Technician will support laboratory, pilot-scale, and early commercial hydrometallurgical operations focused on the recovery of rare earth elements (REEs) from acid mine drainage (AMD) and related feedstocks. This role is hands-on and critical to day-to-day process execution, data collection, and continuous improvement of REE recovery, separation, and purification processes.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
- 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
- WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
- Wellness programs
What You'll Do
- Operate and maintain lab-scale and pilot-scale hydrometallurgical equipment (reactors, clarifiers, filters, solvent extraction circuits, precipitation systems).
- Prepare chemical reagents and solutions; conduct controlled leaching, precipitation, and purification experiments.
- Collect, label, and prepare samples for analysis (ICP-OES/MS, titration, pH, conductivity, solids characterization).
- Monitor process parameters (pH, ORP, temperature, flow rates, residence time) and accurately record operational data.
- Support scale-up activities by executing test plans, SOPs, and experimental protocols.
- Assist with troubleshooting process upsets and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintain safe chemical handling practices and ensure EHS compliance.
- Perform routine equipment inspection, cleaning, calibration, and minor maintenance.
- Document results clearly in lab notebooks, databases, and technical reports.
- Always maintain security of data and intellectual property.
- Interface with external customers in a professional manner consistent with WVU policy.
Why This Role Matters
This position directly supports the development of a domestic, environmentally beneficial supply chain for mission-critical rare earth elements—transforming legacy mine waste into strategic materials for U.S. industry and defense.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Technology, Process Technology, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
- A minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience in chemical processing, hydrometallurgy, water treatment, or mineral processing (academic lab or industrial) is preferred.
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Familiarity with aqueous chemistry, acid/base systems, and solid-liquid separation.
- Ability to follow SOPs and work safely with acids, bases, and metal-bearing solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
- Must hold a valid United States Driver’s License.
- Capability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with critical minerals or mining-related wastewater (AMD).
- Exposure to solvent extraction or precipitation-based metal recovery.
- Experience supporting pilot plants or demonstration-scale systems.
- Basic understanding of mass balance and process flowsheets.
- Basic mechanical skills and ability to work with basic hand tools.
Physical & Work Environment
- Hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant environment.
- Outdoor field work including but not limited to collecting solid and liquid field samples.
- Required to work on-site in Morgantown WV, Monday through Friday, with limited remote workdays with approval from direct supervisor.
- Travel required.
- Use of PPE required.
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
: Nov 12, 2026Schedule
: Full-timeThe Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Engineering Technician.
About the Opportunity
The Engineering Technician will support laboratory, pilot-scale, and early commercial hydrometallurgical operations focused on the recovery of rare earth elements (REEs) from acid mine drainage (AMD) and related feedstocks. This role is hands-on and critical to day-to-day process execution, data collection, and continuous improvement of REE recovery, separation, and purification processes.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
- 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
- WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
- Wellness programs
What You'll Do
- Operate and maintain lab-scale and pilot-scale hydrometallurgical equipment (reactors, clarifiers, filters, solvent extraction circuits, precipitation systems).
- Prepare chemical reagents and solutions; conduct controlled leaching, precipitation, and purification experiments.
- Collect, label, and prepare samples for analysis (ICP-OES/MS, titration, pH, conductivity, solids characterization).
- Monitor process parameters (pH, ORP, temperature, flow rates, residence time) and accurately record operational data.
- Support scale-up activities by executing test plans, SOPs, and experimental protocols.
- Assist with troubleshooting process upsets and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintain safe chemical handling practices and ensure EHS compliance.
- Perform routine equipment inspection, cleaning, calibration, and minor maintenance.
- Document results clearly in lab notebooks, databases, and technical reports.
- Always maintain security of data and intellectual property.
- Interface with external customers in a professional manner consistent with WVU policy.
Why This Role Matters
This position directly supports the development of a domestic, environmentally beneficial supply chain for mission-critical rare earth elements—transforming legacy mine waste into strategic materials for U.S. industry and defense.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Technology, Process Technology, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
- A minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience in chemical processing, hydrometallurgy, water treatment, or mineral processing (academic lab or industrial) is preferred.
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Familiarity with aqueous chemistry, acid/base systems, and solid-liquid separation.
- Ability to follow SOPs and work safely with acids, bases, and metal-bearing solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
- Must hold a valid United States Driver’s License.
- Capability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with critical minerals or mining-related wastewater (AMD).
- Exposure to solvent extraction or precipitation-based metal recovery.
- Experience supporting pilot plants or demonstration-scale systems.
- Basic understanding of mass balance and process flowsheets.
- Basic mechanical skills and ability to work with basic hand tools.
Physical & Work Environment
- Hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant environment.
- Outdoor field work including but not limited to collecting solid and liquid field samples.
- Required to work on-site in Morgantown WV, Monday through Friday, with limited remote workdays with approval from direct supervisor.
- Travel required.
- Use of PPE required.
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
: Nov 12, 2026Schedule
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Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell14
- SCS Engineers7
- Tetra Tech4
- PARKHILL3
- Georgia Tech3
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil environmental engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering discipline required
- Professional Engineer license or Engineer-in-Training certification preferred or required
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, or similar civil design software
- Experience with NPDES permitting, stormwater management, or environmental compliance programs
- Familiarity with EPA regulations, Clean Water Act, and RCRA requirements
- 2 to 5 years of relevant project experience in consulting, government, or construction
Tips for Your Civil Environmental Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project types
Civil environmental engineers get hired for specific project experience, not general credentials. Rewrite your resume summary and bullet points to match the project types in each posting, whether that's remediation, stormwater, or permitting, before you apply.
List every relevant certification clearly
PE licensure, EIT status, LEED accreditation, and HAZWOPER certification appear as explicit filters in many applicant tracking systems. Put each credential and its issuing body in a dedicated section so automated screeners don't pass over your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists civil environmental engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your software stack
Many firms screen resumes for AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, or EPA SWMM by name. If a posting lists tools you know but left off your resume, add them before submitting so your application clears the initial filter.
Prepare for a technical screening round
Most civil environmental engineering interviews include a technical stage covering stormwater calculations, soil classification, or environmental regulations. Review the Clean Water Act and RCRA basics and be ready to walk through a past design decision in detail.
Negotiate using project scope, not just title
When discussing an offer, ask which project types you'd lead versus support in year one. Firms with large remediation or infrastructure portfolios often have more room on project allowances and professional development budgets than base salary, so know what you're prioritizing.
Civil Environmental Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most civil environmental engineers?
Burns & McDonnell, SCS Engineers, and Tetra Tech are hiring the most civil environmental engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Engineering consulting firms and municipal agencies consistently make up the largest share of active postings.
How many civil environmental engineer jobs are remote?
About 58% of civil environmental engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles involve site visits, field sampling, or coordination with local agencies. Environmental compliance review, report writing, and GIS-based analysis roles are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a civil environmental engineer?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your EIT designation. Gain field experience through internships or entry-level roles focused on permitting, site assessment, or stormwater design. After accumulating qualifying experience, pass the PE exam to become a licensed Professional Engineer, which most senior and project-lead roles require.
How do you get hired as a civil environmental engineer with little experience?
Focus your application on internship projects, senior capstone work, or any field sampling, AutoCAD, or GIS experience you completed during school. Entry-level postings at consulting firms and municipal agencies explicitly recruit new graduates, especially those with EIT status. Highlight software proficiency and any coursework in hydrology, soil science, or environmental regulations, since those are the technical gaps firms expect to train around at the junior level.
What does the civil environmental engineer interview process look like?
Most firms run a phone or video screen first to confirm technical background and project experience, followed by a panel interview with engineers and a project manager. Expect at least one technical question on design standards, permitting processes, or environmental regulations relevant to the firm's practice area. Some firms add a written exercise or ask you to walk through a past project using drawings or a report you prepared.
Where can I find and apply to civil environmental engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to civil environmental engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience level, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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