Environmental Engineer 1

Natural Resources, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Engineer 1 at Department of Natural Resources in Georgia is responsible for reviewing and processing permits and plans for public drinking water systems. The role applies engineering judgement to meet EPD rules and standards, coordinating with multiple units and agencies.

The position requires familiarity with drinking water regulations, in-state travel, and strong communication and leadership skills to manage permitting and regulatory reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in state and federal environmental engineering.
• Familiarity with state and federal drinking water rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review, process, and assess Permits and Plans of EPD-permitted public drinking water systems.
• Determine whether proposed municipal drinking water systems meet EPD rules and minimum standards.
• Plan a multi-tiered approach to program implementation and apply engineering judgement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural, chemical, civil, environmental, civil-sanitary or mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Title:

Environmental Engineer 1

Agency:

Department of Natural Resources

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005526

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$58,240.00

Job Description:

This position is located in the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) - Watershed Protection Branch - Drinking Water Program - Drinking Water Engineering and Permitting unit. This position involves the review, processing, and assessment of Permits and Plans of EPDpermitted public drinking water systems. This position is responsible for determining whether proposed municipal public drinking water systems meet all criteria described in EPD rules as well as minimum standards for drinking water systems as well as planning a multi-tiered approach to program implementation. Applicant must be able to apply engineering judgement and knowledge of water treatment technologies to determine whether to grant or modify a permit to operate a drinking public water system in the state of Georgia. This position will work with other units in EPD and other state and federal agencies to manage the complete Drinking Water Permitting and Regulatory review process. This position will require in-state travel, interaction with drinking water professionals and organizations, public, water system operators, state inspectors and other state and federal regulatory managers, Excellent communication and team leading skills are vital and include both verbal and written proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in state and federal rules and regulations.
• Experience working in an environmental engineering profession.
• Familiarity with state and federal drinking water rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in agricultural, chemical, civil, environmental, civil-sanitary or mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.