Environmental Engineer (Level DOE)

Basin Electric; Beulah (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Basin Electric is seeking an Environmental Engineer (Level DOE) at the Dakota Gasification Company site in Beulah, ND. The role provides entry‑level support to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and assists in air, waste, and water programs under senior staff guidance.

You will contribute to environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and safe plant operation while developing technical knowledge in environmental program management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an ABET-accredited environmental, chemical, civil, or related engineering program.
• Must participate in the on-call schedule and be able to work non-routine hours occasionally to support plant needs.
• Travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Supports administration of air, waste or water environmental programs including reporting and permitting.
• Performs routine environmental compliance tasks such as inspections and sampling.
• Prepares, submits, and maintains compliance reports.
• Maintains environmental permits and assists in permit renewal/modifications.
• Provides environmental technical support to Operations, Planning, and Maintenance.
• Participates in program development, auditing, training, and corrective action.
• Maintains required certifications to perform duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering principles

Written and verbal communication

Proficient with personal computers

Data analysis and research

Planning and goal development

Education

ABET-accredited environmental/chemical/civil engineering degree

Job description

Job Title:

Environmental Engineer (Level DOE)

Posting Start Date:

11/10/26

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is located at Dakota Gasification Company in Beulah, ND.

Provide entry-level environmental engineering support to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Assist in the administration of air, waste, and water environmental programs by performing routine compliance, monitoring, reporting, and operational support activities. Under the guidance of senior staff and supervision, contribute to environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and the safe and reliable operation of the facility while developing technical knowledge and expertise in environmental program management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Supports the administration of either the air, waste or water environmental programs, including reporting, permitting, compliance activities, and operational support.

• Complete routine tasks related to environmental compliance as assigned, such as regular inspections, environmental sampling, or maintenance activities.

• Prepare, submit, and maintain compliance reports in a timely and accurate manner.

• Maintain environmental permits and assist in development of applications for permit renewal and modifications.

• Provide environmental technical support to Process Operations, Planning, and Maintenance groups.

• Assist in maintaining environmental compliance through participation in program development, guidance, auditing, training, and corrective action.

• Maintain all necessary certifications required to perform job duties.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering Accreditation Commission/Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) accredited environmental, chemical, civil, or related engineering program.

• Must participate in the on-call schedule and be able to work non-routine hours occasionally to support plant needs.

• Travel up to 10%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) registration.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Requires constant hand coordination; frequent sitting, standing, walking, use of computer/keyboard, and climbing stairs and ladders; occasional bending, low level and elevated activity, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, hand grip up to 25 pounds, reaching above and below shoulder level, crawling, use of tools and foot controls and turning of valves. Requires finger dexterity, ability to perform close work, binocular vision, color vision, hearing, and the ability to speak. Over 80 percent of the day is spent in an office environment. Exposed occasionally to dirt, dust, chemicals, extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, confined areas, and working at heights up to 350 feet. Incumbents are required to wear dust masks, respirators, and full-face Scott Air Paks.

KEY SKILLS

• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

• Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and present information to others.

• Proficient in personal computers.

• Ability to analyze data, conduct research, and implement recommendations.

• Ability to develop plans and goals.

Basin Electric wants all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or who needs other assistance or accommodations, please contact us at 701-223-0441. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed or provide your contact information, and a Basin Electric Human Resources representative will contact you. Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.