Environmental Engineer V - Public Drinking Water Program - Limited Service
About The Position
The Public Drinking Water Program is seeking an Environmental Engineer passionate about protecting public health through safe and reliable drinking water. This role involves reviewing and providing input on public drinking water projects from planning through permitting, working closely with internal programs like Operations, Compliance, Capacity Development, and Water Resources to help communities implement sustainable, resilient drinking water projects in compliance with the Water Supply Rule. The ideal candidate will be driven to apply engineering skills to protect public health and the environment, possess a keen eye for detail when reviewing projects involving water sources, storage, transmission, distribution, pumping, and treatment systems, and thrive in a multidisciplinary environment. Collaboration, clear communication with internal teams and external partners, and providing patient and supportive technical and regulatory assistance to water systems and their consultants are valued. The position encourages self-motivation, initiative, and a desire to make a difference. Recent graduates, EITs, and early-career engineers are encouraged to apply. This is a limited-service position through September 2027.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in a related engineering field.
- OR One (1) year or more of experience as an Environmental Engineer IV.
- A foundation in drinking water planning, treatment, and distribution (from coursework, internships, or professional experience).
- The ability to critically review engineering drawings, specifications, and reports with attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Sound judgment and professional tact.
- Interest in professional growth.
Nice To Haves
- Eagerness to develop a keen eye for detail when reviewing projects involving water sources, storage, transmission, distribution, pumping, and treatment systems.
- Thriving in a multidisciplinary environment, discussing hydraulics, treatment chemistry, funding, public health, and environmental justice.
- Valuing collaboration and communicating clearly with both internal teams and external partners.
- Being patient and supportive when providing technical and regulatory assistance to water systems and their consultants.
- Being self-motivated, taking initiative, and caring deeply about making a difference.
- Developing ability to critically review engineering drawings, specifications, and reports with attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing and providing input on public drinking water projects from planning through permitting.
- Working closely with internal programs (Operations, Compliance, Capacity Development, Water Resources) to help communities implement sustainable, resilient drinking water projects.
- Ensuring compliance with the Water Supply Rule.
- Critically reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and reports with attention to detail.
- Providing technical and regulatory assistance to water systems and their consultants.
- Participating in field site visits during sanitary surveys.
- Potentially working outside of regular working hours for public meetings.
Benefits
- 80% State paid medical premium
- Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- State defined benefit pension plan
- Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare reimbursement accounts
- Flexible spending childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Hybrid work model
- Mentorship and support toward achieving a PE license
- Flexible scheduling
- Overtime is rarely required and always compensated
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
