Environmental Engineer I (EE I) or Environmental Engineer II (EE II)

New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation • City of Albany, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), a public benefit corporation, aids local governments and other eligible applicants throughout New York State to undertake critical water quality infrastructure projects by providing access to low-cost financing capital, grants, and expert technical assistance. EFC is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values respect, diversity, and the unique perspectives of all individuals. To support our employees, EFC provides an outstanding benefits package similar to that offered to New York State employees. Our total compensation package includes, but is not limited to, leave benefits (Paid Parental Leave, 13 holidays and paid vacation, sick, and personal leave); a comprehensive health insurance program including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans; and membership in either the NYS and Local Retirement System, which is a defined retirement plan, or the Voluntary Defined Contribution Program.

Requirements

• Valid New York State driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering (for EE I)
• Successful passage of Part 1 of the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination (for EE I)
• Three years of full-time wastewater related engineering experience can be substituted for the FE examination (for EE I)
• New York State Professional Engineer’s (PE) license and current registration (for EE II)
• Demonstrate the experience and judgement necessary to work independently at the EE II level, as well as the ability to provide mentorship/leadership as needed (for EE II)
• Knowledge of methods, materials and terminology used in the planning, design and construction of water quality and wastewater collection and treatment systems
• Ability to understand, interpret and analyze technical material, such as engineering reports, construction plans and specifications, contracts, technical reference materials and instructions
• Compiling and organizing large volumes of data and information clearly and concisely
• Management of multiple projects and strong ability to prioritize
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds in a professional manner
• Proficiency with computers and applicable software (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders with proficiency in navigating roles and responsibilities for scopes and contracts

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with green stormwater practices
• Construction cost estimating and engineering economics
• Environmental permits and impact analysis
• Federal and State environmental regulations
• Energy efficiency and evaluation
• Pumps, motors, and drives
• Bidding mechanisms including requests for proposal and request for qualifications
• Contracting mechanisms including Design, Bid, Build; Energy Services Contracts (ESCO); Design-Build; and Contract Manager At-Risk (CMAR)
• Master’s level degree in a related field (considered for salary level)

Responsibilities

• Review of contracts, planning and design documents, co-funding information, and environmental review documentation from municipal applicants seeking funding for their water quality protection and wastewater treatment projects.
• Apply engineering principles to establish that submissions are consistent with applicable technical standards and State and Federal regulations.
• Issue comments, approvals or eligibility determinations to applicants.
• Act as the engineering project manager interacting with other internal divisions and government agencies, including but not limited to close coordination with New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the New York State Department of Health.
• Contact and establish working relationships with municipal officials and their engineers to determine need for, and interest in, EFC assistance for water quality and water pollution control projects.
• Present project priority and eligibility for CWSRF financial assistance, and participate and present to CWSRF scoring panel.
• Review and make recommendations for approval or eligibility of engineering reports, plans, specifications, change orders, and other technical documents for the planning, design, and construction of CWSRF eligible water quality protection and wastewater treatment facilities and various point, non-point, and National Estuary projects.
• Coordinate the review of these documents with other interested State and/or Federal agencies for conformance with applicable technical standards.
• Manage multiple projects at various stages of development from concept through construction completion by providing appropriate technical and application assistance to municipal representatives.
• Organize and participate in conferences with potential recipients of financial assistance to discuss program requirements and policies.
• Proactively maintain and update project database to reflect the current status of the project and ensure program requirements (permits, approvals, etc.) are met.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and other project documents in MS Word and Excel to monitor project status.
• Visit construction sites throughout the State to monitor construction activities, including observing construction for compliance with the program requirements, securing appropriate programmatic documents, and performance of interim and final project site visits on large and complex projects.
• Complete reports to record observations.
• Serve as a mentor to other engineering staff (EE I) and will be assigned more complex projects and tasks, and perform tasks with greater independence than EE I (for EE II).

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• 13 holidays
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Personal leave
• Comprehensive health insurance program including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
• Membership in either the NYS and Local Retirement System (defined retirement plan) or the Voluntary Defined Contribution Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level