Engineer II

State of North Carolina - Department of Environmental Quality; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking an Engineer II in the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources (DEMLR) to lead reviews and provide technical guidance on post-construction stormwater projects.

You will evaluate plans for compliance, perform inspections, and collaborate with environmental specialists and stakeholders, including permitting staff and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3 years of progressively responsible experience; PE may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides timely and detailed review of permit applications, engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations within the procedural and statutory times for compliance with Federal and State laws, rules, and policies, and good engineering practices.
• Prepares a variety of technical documents to communicate the results of the review with all necessary parties.
• Performs inspections of sites/facilities regulated under each of DEMLR's four programs: Stormwater, Sedimentation Control, Dam Safety, and Mining.
• Advises and provides engineering guidance and written technical/compliance documentation to other staff, clients, and the general public.
• Meets with applicants and their consultants to facilitate project development, design, construction, and ultimately permit approval and site compliance.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Skills

Technical writing

Public speaking

Hydrology

Soils

Hydraulics

Stormwater knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Job description

About Us

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.

Description of Work

This position serves as an Engineer II with the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources (DEMLR). This position primarily works in the Post Construction State Stormwater program to perform skilled professional engineering work and reviews, evaluate projects for compliance, and provide technical assistance. This position will have some secondary duties associated with the other DEMLR programs such as the review of plans for Erosion/Sediment Control, Mine Operation and Reclamation and Dam Safety. Many skills are required including being able to manage multiple priorities, having excellent technical writing and public speaking skills as well as a strong understanding of hydrology, soils, vegetation, hydraulics, and detailed engineering concepts related to all aspects of stormwater collection, treatment and discharge. Other important purposes of this position are to perform inspections, provide technical guidance to Environmental Specialists within the regional office, handle citizen inquiries/complaints, document compliance/enforcement actions, and may occasionally present at training programs for DEQ staff, local governments, industry, consulting firms, and developers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides timely and detailed review of permit applications, engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations within the procedural and statutory times for compliance with Federal and State laws, rules, and policies, and good engineering practices.
• Prepares a variety of technical documents to communicate the results of the review with all necessary parties.
• Performs inspections of sites/facilities regulated under each of DEMLR's four programs: Stormwater, Sedimentation Control, Dam Safety, and Mining.
• Advises and provides engineering guidance and written technical/compliance documentation to other staff, clients, and the general public.
• Meets with applicants and their consultants to facilitate project development, design, construction, and ultimately permit approval and site compliance.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $63,927 - $69,730

Important

This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

Supplemental Information

The Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources: The Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources (DEMLR) is comprised of two Sections: Land Quality and Geological Survey. For more information: https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-and-land-resources The Land Quality Section is responsible for the administration of four regulatory programs: Dam Safety Program authorized by the Dam Safety of 1967, Mining Program as authorized by the Mining Act of 1971, Sediment Program as authorized by the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 and Stormwater Program as authorized by state statutes and the federal Clean Water Act. DEMLR collects permit fees and issues permits for mines, dams, sedimentation control for construction sites, and stormwater permits for various activities and refers enforcement cases to the Attorney General's Office. DEMLR is responsible for scheduling, organizing and transcribing minutes of the North Carolina Mining Commission and the Sedimentation Control Commission as well as reporting to the Environmental Management Commission regarding dam safety and stormwater matters. The N.C. Geological Survey (NCGS) Section’s mission is to provide unbiased and technically accurate applied earth science scientific information to address societal needs. This includes geologic maps, mineral resource and geochemical information, topographic maps and digital products, and earth science education initiatives. The NCGS "...examines, surveys, and maps the geology, mineral resources, and topography of the state" and encourages the wise conservation and use of geologic resources by industry, commerce, agriculture and government agencies for the general welfare of the citizens of North Carolina. The results of the NCGS research are documented in Bulletins, Open File Reports, Information Circulars, Special Publications, and Geologic Map Series. The NCGS along with DEMLR provide staff to the Oil and Gas Commission. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit https://studentaid.gov/ to learn more. This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.