Mitchell Kriege
About Mitchell Kriege
Mitchell Kriege is a Project Manager and Aquatic Scientist with extensive experience in aquatic biology and fisheries management. He currently works at EDGE Engineering and Science, LLC and has previously held positions at Environmental Solutions & Innovations, Inc. and the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
Current Role at EDGE Engineering and Science, LLC
Mitchell Kriege currently serves as a Project Manager and Aquatic Scientist at EDGE Engineering and Science, LLC. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to various aquatic science projects in Cincinnati, Ohio. His role involves managing and designing surveys for project sites, particularly those that require large river SCUBA diving. This position allows him to apply his extensive knowledge and skills in aquatic biology and project management.
Previous Experience at Environmental Solutions & Innovations, Inc.
Before joining EDGE Engineering and Science, LLC, Mitchell Kriege worked as an Aquatic Scientist at Environmental Solutions & Innovations, Inc. from 2016 to 2020. During his four years in this role, he focused on aquatic research and environmental assessments in Cincinnati, Ohio. His experience in this position helped him develop practical skills in aquatic science and project execution.
Early Career at Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks
Mitchell Kriege began his career as a Trout Fisheries Technician at the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks in 2015. He worked in this role for three months in Wisdom, Montana. This early experience provided him with foundational knowledge in fisheries management and aquatic ecosystems.
Educational Background in Aquatic Biology and Environmental Science
Mitchell Kriege holds a Master's degree in Aquatic Biology/Limnology from Marshall University, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science from Thomas More College, completing his studies from 2013 to 2016. His educational background equips him with a solid understanding of aquatic systems and environmental management.
Expertise in Freshwater Mussel Identification and Survey Protocols
Mitchell Kriege possesses expertise as a federally permitted malacologist, specializing in the identification of freshwater mussel faunas from the Mississippian, Ohioan, and Atlantic Slope regions. He regularly implements state and federal survey protocols for freshwater mussels, demonstrating his proficiency in aquatic species assessment and conservation practices.