Civil Engineer - R9 at U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Wayne State University; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Intermediate Level Civil Engineer to join their team. In this office-centered role, you will engage in critical engineering practices related to the treatment of contaminated groundwater and oversee contractual work to ensure effective cleanup efforts. This position offers the opportunity to represent the organization at various meetings and contribute to significant environmental projects. With the potential for career progression, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in environmental management while working in a supportive and flexible environment.

Benefits

Work-from-home flexibility

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in contract management and remedial design review is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Intermediate Level Civil Engineer for contaminated site treatment.
• Direct contractual efforts and review remedial designs.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Contract Management

Remedial Design Review

Report Preparation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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This position is in the Office of the Regional Administrator, Region 9, Superfund & Emergency Management Division, States and Islands Site Cleanup Branch, Site Assessment & Technical Support Section.

This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).
*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

At the entry level of this position, you will:

• Serve as the Intermediate Level Civil Engineer on engineering practices associated with the treatment of contaminated groundwater or acid mine drainage, and on the various corrective actions available to restore or isolate contaminated earth and groundwater.
• Direct contractual work efforts in cases where the Agency must assume the cleanup duties to assure that federal funds are properly expended and that contractors are utilized effectively and efficiently.
• Review and provide comments on remedial designs including basis of design reports, design criteria reports, preliminary designs, and other intermediate submittal design packages.
• Prepare briefings and reports and may represent the Region at meetings, seminars, and conferences with Regional/Headquarters’ management and program staff, in matters relating to waste treatment/management and the design/construction of remedies consistent with CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act).

When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.

You will spend 25-50% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.