Area Engineer, Soil & Water Conservation

US Natural Resources Conservation Service; Oregon; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

US Natural Resources Conservation Service in Oregon seeks a professional engineer to provide technical guidance and leadership across the planning, design, and installation of soil and water conservation practices and watershed flood protection programs.

The incumbent will work in an Oregon state/area/field office, with duties including reviewing plans, supervising field activities, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards while supporting program goals.

Qualifications

• Professional engineering knowledge and practical application of engineering principles.
• Experience planning, designing, and overseeing conservation projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and resolve field issues.
• Experience with workload analysis and project scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and oversee installation and maintenance of conservation practices.
• Conduct site investigations and feasibility studies.
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with plans and specs.
• Interpret engineering plans to resolve field issues.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Project oversight

Site investigations

Quality assurance

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

US Natural Resources Conservation Service in Oregon seeks a professional engineer to provide technical guidance and leadership across the planning, design, and installation of soil and water conservation practices and watershed flood protection programs.

The incumbent will work in an Oregon state/area/field office, with duties including reviewing plans, supervising field activities, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards while supporting program goals.