Environmental Engineer Specialist - 2004 - Portland

State of Maine•Portland, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Environmental Protection is hiring an Environmental Engineer Specialist to provide engineering support to the Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management programs in the Southern Maine Regional Office in Portland. This professional services and engineering position conducts complex environmental engineering planning and reviews; manages environmental pollution abatement, remediation, and prevention projects; oversees contractors; and ensures work follows sound engineering practices and is cost effective. The role oversees and approves environmental engineering projects, plans, permits, designs, and related documents for compliance with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. It also conducts engineering reviews and manages projects to help them advance through approval and compliance processes. Assignments may come from petroleum, uncontrolled sites, brownfields, VRAP, CERCLA, RCRA, hazardous waste, federal facilities, or solid waste programs. The position also provides engineering leadership and support for investigating and remediating residential heating oil spills and related indoor air quality issues. The position reports to a Senior Environmental Engineer.

Requirements

Licensure as a Professional Engineer.
At least one year of professional experience in Environmental Engineering or a related field after licensure.
Must hold licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers before attaining permanent status in the class.

Nice To Haves

Experience or knowledge of vapor intrusion, indoor air mitigation, or home heating oil spill remediation.
Experience or knowledge of chemical and/or biological treatment, electrical service upgrades, plumbing services, and/or building codes.
Experience or knowledge of civil, mechanical, or chemical engineering principles.
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and compliance requirements for environmental remediation projects.
Knowledge of investigation and remediation of petroleum-contaminated sites.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to identify and analyze problems, reach logistical conclusions, and make sound, cost-effective decisions.

Responsibilities

Conduct complex environmental engineering planning and reviews.
Manage environmental pollution abatement, remediation, and prevention projects.
Oversee contractors and ensure work conforms to sound engineering practices while remaining cost effective.
Oversee and approve environmental engineering projects, plans, permits, designs, and related documents for compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Conduct engineering reviews and manage projects through the approval and compliance process.
Provide engineering lead and support for investigation and remediation of residential heating oil spills and associated indoor air quality issues.

Benefits

13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and at least three weeks of annual vacation leave; vacation accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
The State pays 85%–100% of employee-only health insurance premiums, depending on salary; dependent coverage contributions vary.
A 5% employee-only health insurance premium credit is available for participants who meet program requirements.
The State pays 100% of employee-only dental insurance premiums.
The State contributes 14.06% of pay to MainePERS on behalf of the employee.
Gym membership reimbursement of up to $40 per month.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness through the State's qualified-employer status.
Employee assistance through the Living Resources Program.
Forty-two consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave for employees welcoming a child; additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary pre-tax retirement savings through a MaineSaves 457(b) account.