Environmental Engineer

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three medical plan options

Wellness Rewards Program

Health Savings Account

Deferred compensation 457(b)

Pension plan options

Paid leave and holidays

Education Reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Free Parking

Job summary

State of Indiana seeks a Construction permit review engineer for the Office of Water Quality, Drinking Water Branch. The role involves reviewing construction plans for public water systems, ensuring compliance with EPA and state rules, and providing technical guidance to systems and consultants.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least four years of engineering experience, with on-site reviews and strong regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least four years of engineering experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Experience reviewing plans for public water systems and conducting on-site inspections.
• Ability to communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan Review: conduct detailed technical reviews and on-site inspections to ensure compliance with Indiana standards.
• Permit Review: evaluate permit documents, plans, specifications and compliance history.
• Surveys/Inspection: perform surveys and data collection for reports and regulatory actions.
• Technical Assistance: provide guidance on deficiencies and feasible alternatives.
• Enforcement: ensure compliance and testify as an expert when needed.
• Customer Service: respond promptly to public, consultants, and government officials.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Plan review

Surveys/inspections

Technical communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM):

Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy. We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels. Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance; monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state.

Role Overview:

Position is for a Construction permit review engineer in the Office of Water Quality, Drinking Water Branch, Permits Section. This position is responsible for reviewing plans and specifications for construction at public water systems by ensuring the implementation of EPA's and the State's safe drinking water rules and regulations at public water systems throughout the state. The role ensures the safety of drinking water through review of construction permit applications at public water systems. EE2 must be able to interpret specific information pertaining to construction standards for public water systems. EE2 must be able to provide technical expertise and guidance to public water systems, consulting engineers, system officials, and the public. The role includes having a thorough understanding of applicable rules and regulations. This position ensures regulations are implemented properly and for providing compliance assistance for public water systems. Position includes on site construction reviews of permitted projects for compliance with the permit and applicable standards. Preparing reports and recommendations regarding construction standards contained in rule.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Plan Review: Perform detailed technical engineering reviews and specifications of facilities and conducts on-site inspections to ensure that they meet State of Indiana's standard guidelines.
• Permit Review: Conduct permit reviews including review of permit application documents, plans, specifications, design summaries and evaluating the compliance history.
• Surveys/Inspection: Conduct surveys, special problems investigations and inspections to collect data, collect samples for Lab analysis, prepare reports for administrative and/or regulatory action and may testify at hearings and in court.
• Technical Assistance: Technically review plans and specifications with emphasis on identifying deficiencies and potential problems and recommending sound alternatives.
• Enforcement: Ensure facilities comply with safety requirements, advise enforcement staff on technical issues, prepare or review enforcement documents; attend hearings, prehearing conferences, and preparatory meetings; and testify as an expert witness at hearings or in court.
• Customer Service: Provide prompt responses back to the general public, consultants, contractors, government officials, permit applicants.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Thorough knowledge of, and ability to apply, federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the environment and the protection of the public’s health and safety.
• Advanced knowledge of the sciences including chemistry, environmental sanitation, sanitary engineering, structural design, mathematics, safety engineering and physics.
• Ability to conduct surveys, inspections and investigations and prepare reports for use as evidence and basis for recommendations for action.
• Ability to review plans and specifications for treatment and control systems with emphasis on identification of adverse environmental impacts and to recommend more environmentally sound alternatives.
• Ability to do effective planning and time management skills, problem solving, judgment, and communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of the principals and practices of air, land, water pollution, solid and hazardous waste and disposal, occupational health and safety and/or water supply based on the division you will be assigned to.
• Ability to utilize Computer Assisted Design (CAD) related programs, electronic documentation, and database entry and maintenance.

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least four (4) years of experience in Engineering and related fields.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .