Environmental Engineer VI - Public Drinking Water Program 1 1
About The Position
The Public Drinking Water Program is seeking an Environmental Engineer who is 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. The engineer will collaborate with internal programs such as Operations, Compliance, Capacity Development, and Water Resources to assist communities in implementing sustainable, resilient drinking water projects that comply with the Water Supply Rule. This position is ideal for someone driven to apply engineering skills for public health and environmental protection, with a keen eye for detail in reviewing projects related to water sources, storage, transmission, distribution, pumping, and treatment systems. The role requires thriving in a multidisciplinary environment, valuing collaboration, and communicating effectively with internal teams and external partners, while providing patient and supportive technical and regulatory assistance to water systems and their consultants. The position encourages self-motivation, initiative, and a desire to make a difference.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering or a related field AND three (3) or more years of experience in in a related engineering field OR One (1) year or more of experience as an Environmental Engineer V or two (2) years or more as an Environmental Engineer IV.
- A foundation in drinking water planning, treatment, and distribution, whether from coursework, internships, or professional experience.
- The ability, or developing ability, to critically review engineering drawings, specifications, and reports with attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with sound judgment and professional tact.
- Interest in professional growth.
- Availability of private means of transportation for fieldwork.
Nice To Haves
- Recent graduates, EITs, and early-career engineers are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Helping communities implement sustainable, resilient drinking water projects in compliance with the Water Supply Rule.
- Critically reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and reports with attention to detail.
- Communicating clearly with both internal teams and external partners.
- Providing technical and regulatory assistance to water systems and their consultants.
- Performing field site visits during sanitary surveys.
- Gaining broad exposure across the full drinking water field including sources, treatment, storage, and distribution.
- Traversing rough terrain and bodies of water during fieldwork.
- Attending public meetings outside of regular working hours.
Benefits
- A hybrid work model.
- Mentorship and support toward achieving a PE license.
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families.
- 11 paid holidays each year.
- A generous leave plan.
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI).
- A State defined benefit pension plan.
- A deferred compensation 457(b) plan.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
- Low cost group life insurance.
- Incentive-based Wellness Program.
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
