Assistant Environmental Engineer - 1896 - Augusta (Anticipated Vacancy)

MaineGuide; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

12 days sick leave

3+ weeks vacation leave annually

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Environmental Protection in Augusta seeks an Assistant Environmental Engineer to provide technical support for the Nonpoint Source (NPS) Program, helping develop BMPs and projects that protect water quality.

The role collaborates with DEP programs, watershed groups, and outside engineers, evaluating stormwater practices and supporting data collection and analysis. In-state travel on boats required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Eng

Environmental Engineering

Hydraulics

Water quality BMPs

Department regulations

Read complex plans

Education

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

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

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.

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/CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS: (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.

• Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays,12 days of sick leave, and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-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 decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributesat least 14.06%of payto the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program– Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn aboutadditional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.