Public Water Systems Engineer II — Hybrid/Remote

Department of Environmental Quality; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality seeks an Engineer II (NS) in the Raleigh Regional Office to implement and enforce the Safe Drinking Water Act, North Carolina Drinking Water Act, and related rules for public water systems. The role requires field inspections, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Occasional overnight travel is required; a hybrid telework option is available.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Public Water Systems (PWS) regulations and processes.
• Familiarity with Safe Drinking Water Act and related rules.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and provide regulatory guidance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PWS field inspections, investigations, and audits.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and develop enforcement actions as needed.
• Provide technical assistance to PWS officials and stakeholders.
• Review plans and specifications for comment or approval.

Skills

PWS knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Environmental engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality seeks an Engineer II (NS) in the Raleigh Regional Office to implement and enforce the Safe Drinking Water Act, North Carolina Drinking Water Act, and related rules for public water systems. The role requires field inspections, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Occasional overnight travel is required; a hybrid telework option is available.