Field Engineer, Soil & Water Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation Service; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Resources Conservation Service in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an integrated engineer to assist area/zone engineers and oversee planning, design, installation, and maintenance of soil and water conservation practices. The position reports to District Conservationist or Engineer.

Responsibilities include coordinating engineering design and construction, evaluating contractors, conducting site investigations, and providing technical guidance and training to field staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with ABET accreditation or equivalent.
• Proven ability to plan, design and supervise engineering projects in soil and water conservation.
• Experience with site investigations and feasibility studies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, design and construction of engineering practices.
• Interpret plans and specs for contractors and resolve issues.
• Conduct site investigations, feasibility studies and field checks.
• Perform engineering QA checks of NRCS staff work.
• Provide technical guidance and training on engineering practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Natural Resources Conservation Service in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an integrated engineer to assist area/zone engineers and oversee planning, design, installation, and maintenance of soil and water conservation practices. The position reports to District Conservationist or Engineer.

Responsibilities include coordinating engineering design and construction, evaluating contractors, conducting site investigations, and providing technical guidance and training to field staff.