Engineer III

Department of Environmental Quality•Iredell County, NC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This Express Engineer III performs complex reviews of erosion and sediment control permit applications under both the Express and Standard Review processes to determine inadequacy and compliance. Performs reviews, schedules and conducts meetings with applicants, consultants and other interested parties to discuss project feasibility, design and/or compliance with sedimentation laws and rules. Inspects sites/facilities regulated under each of DEMLR’s 4 programs: Sedimentation Control, Stormwater, Dam Safety, and Mining. Advises and provides engineering guidance and written/technical compliance documentation to Environmental Specialists before, during and after project site inspections and answers questions from the regulated community responds to complaints and inquiries from the general public at the start by telephone and through written correspondence. This position requires the ability to walk through rough and uneven terrain and work in inclement weather, noise, dust, fumes, machinery, and insects. Position does require travel to and from various project sites and dams. This position has a high volume of work with changing priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Responsibilities

Reviews applications, completes timely and detailed reviews of engineering plan submittal
Ensures timely and detailed review of engineering drawing and specifications for compliance with Federal and State laws, rules, and policies, and good engineering practices.
Performs inspections of sites/facilities regulated under each of DEMLR’s four programs: Sedimentation Control, Stormwater, Dam Safety, and Mining.
Advises and provides engineering guidance and written technical/compliance documentation to staff and clients.
Meeting with applicants and their consultants to facilitate project development, design, construction, and ultimately permit approval and site compliance.