Chief Engineer

Overview

On Site
USD 123,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Recruiting
Leadership
Regulatory Compliance
Quality Assurance
Issue Resolution
SAFE
NATURAL
Collaboration
Public Health
Communication
Customer Service
Budget
Finance
Strategic Planning
Management
PASS
Energy
Internet Recruiting

Job Details

Title: Chief Engineer

State Role Title:Architect/Engineering Mgr II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $123,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Energy

Location:Mines/Mine Land Repurpose/Adm

Agency Website:;br>
Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Energy is seeking a Chief Engineer for its Mined Land Repurposing (MLR) program. This leadership role is critical to ensuring the technical integrity and regulatory compliance of the agency's Coal Program operations. The Chief Engineer will:

Ensure that Title V permitting aligns with all applicable laws, regulations, and approved standards
Provide technical assistance and services to agency staff and stakeholders
Deliver high-quality engineering services to support program goals and customer needs
Represent the agency in technical areas to other agencies, industry, and the public
Serve as the Professional Engineer in responsible charge for permit reviews, technical investigations, issue resolution, and expert testimony

This position plays a key role in maintaining the credibility, safety, and effectiveness of Virginia Energy's coal-related initiatives.

Virginia Energy's mission is to lead the Commonwealth to a safe, reliable and responsible energy future with greater emphasis on renewable energy programs and economic development, as well as implement the Virginia's Energy Plan to ensure the Commonwealth has abundant, reliable, affordable and clean energy.

Come be a part of an agency that makes a difference. We have offices in Big Stone Gap, Charlottesville, and Richmond, Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
Extensive experience in natural resource conservation, land reclamation, and project construction
In-depth understanding of hydrology, drainage control, blasting, subsidence, mining methods, and reclamation practices specific to both surface and underground coal mine operations
Proficient in the design and functionality of sediment control structures, excess spoil fills, slurry impoundments, and related structures
Demonstrated experience in managing and fostering collaboration among diverse staff
Solid working knowledge of scientific, regulatory, and engineering principles is essential to advancing coal mine reclamation practices that mitigate public health, safety, and environmental risks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong commitment to customer service
Familiarity with budgeting practices and financial oversight
Understanding of strategic planning methodologies and experience in executing long-term initiatives
Advanced knowledge of SMCRA and Virginia permitting requirements, as well as federal environmental regulations related to USFWS, USACE, EPA, and DEQ standards related to mining activities and consultation procedures
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet competing deadlines, and effectively organize and prioritize tasks

This position has been designated as required to file a Statement of Economic Interest in accordance with Section 2.2-3114 of the Code of Virginia. In addition, individuals accepted for employment will have to successfully pass a drug test, reference, driving and criminal background check as part of the Virginia Energy pre-employment process.

Additional Considerations

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Applications and rsums for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or rsum. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. You will receive confirmation of receipt once your application and/or rsum has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to "Your Application" in your account.

All applicants for employment must consent to a comprehensive background check. Selected candidates must successfully pass a drug test, reference, driving, and criminal background check.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.

Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce.

As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth's veterans hiring preference. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Information

Name: Pamela Koger McElwain

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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