Environmental Engineer – Tribal Water & Wastewater Solutions

Indian Health Service; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service (IHS) Sanitation Facilities Construction seeks a Civil and Environmental Engineer to collaborate with American Indian Tribes, plan, design, and construct water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities.

Responsibilities include site visits, condition assessments, and providing technical assistance to tribes on sanitation procedures and compliance with the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering program required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience with water/wastewater and sanitation facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with American Indian Tribes to improve access to water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities.
• Perform site visits to assess system conditions, mains locations, water pressures, and plumbing layouts.
• Investigate malfunctioning water and sewer components, diagnose issues, and estimate costs and materials for repairs.
• Provide training and technical assistance on sanitation facilities, operator certification, and compliance with water quality acts.
• Complete sanitary surveys and related sanitation facility tasks.

Skills

Civil engineering

Water/wastewater

Project coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Indian Health Service (IHS) Sanitation Facilities Construction seeks a Civil and Environmental Engineer to collaborate with American Indian Tribes, plan, design, and construct water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities.

Responsibilities include site visits, condition assessments, and providing technical assistance to tribes on sanitation procedures and compliance with the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.