Engineer Trainee -Environment - Environmental Protection - Kanawha Co.

West Virginia; West Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a candidate for an entry-level engineering position within its Division of Water and Waste Management. This role includes tasks like reviewing engineering reports and project inspections under supervision, offering an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in engineering and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

12 paid holidays

Health insurance

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness initiatives

457 retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Must establish effective working relationships with officials and the public.
• Ability to write reports clearly and present ideas effectively.
• Must operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering reports and project plans for feasibility and compliance.
• Perform inspections on water and wastewater projects.
• Attend project meetings and training courses to maintain knowledge.

Skills

Effective working relationships

Clear and concise writing

Oral communication skills

Operational skills for motor vehicles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

FE examination completion

Certification as Engineer Intern in good standing

Job description

***Disclaimer-if the position is filled after July 1, 2025, then the job opportunity will not be in the classified service ***

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Water and Waste Management
State Revolving Fund
Office Location: 601 57th Street, Southeast, Charleston, WV 25304

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We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.
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If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.

Employee will be assigned to the Division of Water and Waste Management, State Revolving Fund. Under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, will perform the following engineering services at the training level:

• Review preliminary engineering reports and facility planning studies for feasibility concerning population median household income, the necessity of the project, the constructability of the wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution system alternatives proposed relative to the terrain and population of the study area, and for the possibility of consolidation with other facilities.
• Review project plans and specifications for wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution systems to determine the constructability of the proposed design, whether it complies with DEP regulations, if it fits the needs of the town or public service district and check for design calculation errors.
• Perform interim and final inspections on wastewater and water projects under construction to check for compliance with regulations and approved plans and specifications and approve change orders to work in progress. Conduct and attend project related meetings such as: planning, pre-design, design, pre-construction, construction job meetings, town and public service district meetings and public hearings.
• Review agreements and contracts between the consulting engineer and their client.
• Attend training courses and review research to learn and maintain knowledge of current construction practices, treatment technologies, design criteria, and associated costs and complete special assignments.
• Employee will perform other related duties as assigned.

Ideal Applicants:

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with:
  • Federal, state, and local officials
  • The general public
  • Supervisors, co-workers, and staff
• Must be able to write reports in a clear and concise manner
• Must be able to present factual material and ideas effectively
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle

Notes:

• Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.
• The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.

Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online.

IMPORTANT:Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your application or on your resume; therefore, make sure your application or resume is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume.

ATTENTION:Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified.If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.

Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: [e-mail] or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

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Training:Bachelor’s degree in any engineering curriculum.

AND

Satisfactory completion of the examination on the fundamentals of engineering (FE).

OR

Currentcertification in good standingas anEngineerIntern issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

NOTE:At the appointing agency’s discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying training, examination or certification. The qualifying training, examination or certification must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent.

***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment***