Assistant Environmental Engineer - 1896 - Augusta (Anticipated Vacancy)

Department of Marine Resources; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION in Augusta, ME seeks an Assistant Environmental Engineer to support the Nonpoint Source program, aiding in BMP development and watershed projects.

The role involves field and office work, data analysis, and collaboration with engineers, stakeholders, and agencies to protect water quality under the Clean Water Act.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field required or related experience substituted.
• Knowledge of civil, mechanical and environmental engineering principles and practices preferred.
• Familiarity with water quality BMPs and stormwater/erosion control practices.
• Ability to design and read complex plans and specifications; communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering technical assistance to Watershed Management Unit projects.
• Conduct watersheds monitoring and support data collection.
• Assist staff, engineers, applicants and stakeholders with stormwater management BMPs.

Skills

Civil eng principles

Mechanical eng principles

Environmental eng principles

Physics and hydraulics

Water quality BMPs

Dept regulations

Read/interpret plans

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ASSISTANT ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER

ANTICIPATED VACANCY

Opening Date: November 02, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day November 23, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 08300-1896

Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 6320

Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary : $55,952.00 - $78,062.40 Per Year*

*This includes a 13.5% Salary Adjustment

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION

This position provides technical support for the Department's Nonpoint Source (NPS) Program, which administers federal water quality grants authorized under Sections 319 and 604(b) of the Clean Water Act. This position provides technical assistance to NPS program staff and grant recipients in developing Best Management Practices (BMPs) and projects with the goal of protecting or restoring water quality.

The position also assists the Department's Bureau of Land Resources, other DEP programs, watershed associations, outside engineers, applicants, the general public, and other entities who need engineering assistance in the planning and implementation of water quality BMPs, erosion and sediment control, stormwater management concerns, and the implementation of stormwater and erosion control BMPS. The position evaluates the effectiveness of new stormwater management techniques and erosion control practices and supports water quality data collection and applying data analytics to collected data sets.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS

• Engineering technical assistance to Watershed Management Unit nonpoint source pollution related projects.
• Watershed monitoring.
• Technical support to Department staff, outside engineers, applicants, Soil & Water Conservation Districts and lake associations related to stormwater management and associated BMPs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of new and existing stormwater and erosion control practices.
• Conduct water quality monitoring.
• Serve on NPS Training Center Advisory Committee.

The position requires extended in-state, seasonal travel and work time on small boats .

For more information, contact Rob Mohlar at [phone] or at: [e-mail]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors' Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering field. Related experience may be substituted for education.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

(These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class). For non-engineering college graduates and non-degreed candidates: Certification of Engineer-in-Training as issued by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH THE FOLLOWING SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of Civil, Mechanical and/or Environmental Engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of physics, hydraulics and mechanics.
• Knowledge of water quality BMPs associated with development, agriculture, forestry and/or other land use activities.
• Knowledge of Department regulations and programs.
• Ability to design and read complex plans and specifications.
• Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive plans, reports and recommendations.Ability to communicate complex topics to a wide range of audiences.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.

We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

BENEFITS

• - Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• - Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only Premiums ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• - Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation