Assistant Environmental Engineer - Augusta - 1870

Department of Environmental Protection; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Department of Environmental Protection in Augusta, Maine seeks an Assistant Environmental Engineer to review and process air emission license applications for facilities statewide. In the Licensing and Compliance Division, you will perform engineering calculations, evaluate control methods, enter data, conduct site visits, and draft air rules.

You will interact with facilities, the EPA, and other stakeholders while contributing to air quality programs and compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Certification of Engineer-in-Training required for non-degreed candidates.
• Related engineering fields such as Bioengineering are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Review and process air emission license applications for facilities statewide.
• Perform engineering calculations of air emission rates and limits.
• Evaluate proposed pollution control methods for emission units.
• Enter and maintain data within databases and systems.
• Conduct site visits and assist in rulemaking activities.

Skills

Air quality knowledge

Engineering calculations

Communication skills

Data handling

Education

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

Engineer-in-Training certification

Bioengineering (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Data reporting tools

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ASSISTANT ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER

Opening Date: September 18, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day October 02, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 08300-1870

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 6320

Grade: 22 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $53,539.20 - $74,713.60 Per Year* *(This includes a 13.5% Salary Adjustment)

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION

This entry-level environmental engineering position in the Licensing and Compliance Division of the Bureau of Air Quality is responsible for reviewing and processing air emission license applications for industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities throughout the state in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations; conducting compliance assistance activities; writing, reviewing, and analyzing technical reports; and participating in rule making activities, as assigned.

The position interfaces with facilities and their consultants, staff from the Bureau of Air Quality and from other bureaus in the Department, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the public, and other interested parties.

Tasks

• Engineering calculations of air emission rates and limits and associated with combustion and manufacturing or related activities
• Evaluation of proposed pollution control methods for emission units and processes
• Entering and maintaining relevant data within databases
• Site visits to licensed sources
• Researching, drafting, and reviewing air rules
• Other related tasks

For more information specific to the position, please contact Jane Gilbert at [phone] or [e-mail]

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering; or a related Engineering field.
• Related experience may be substituted for education.
• An example of a related engineering field would be Bioengineering.

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.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledge/experience in combustion and air pollution control technology and air quality laws and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing, Business English, grammar, and spelling, necessary to organize and effectively present ideas to the intended audience.
• Accomplished in using computers (e.g., Microsoft office products, databases, data reporting tools, and other software) and related equipment.

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

Benefits

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

• 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 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 contributes 14.06% of pay to 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—receive forty-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 a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

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.

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