Senior Environmental Compliance Engineer

RiseMe; Idaho; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Power in Boise seeks a Senior Environmental Compliance Engineer to lead the company’s environmental compliance program and provide regulatory, strategic, and policy guidance. This role involves collaboration with regulators and multiple internal departments to support business objectives.

The position requires a BS in engineering (ABET-accredited) or PE license with significant experience, plus extensive knowledge of environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required or PE licensed with alternative pathways.
• Experience interpreting laws and regulations (CAA, CWA, RCRA/DOT).
• Strong project management, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance program development and implementation.
• Provide regulatory and policy guidance to support business objectives.
• Coordinate with regulators and internal departments; manage complex assignments and projects.

Skills

Engineering principles

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Application Deadline: 09/23/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions: 1

Job Type: Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $130,062.40 - 156,644.80 Annual

Minimum Age Requirement:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Senior Environmental Compliance Engineer to join our Environmental Compliance team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to provide our customers with safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

While this position is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remotely (typically three days in the office and two days remote). In addition, this role involves substantial field work, spending 60% or more of time working directly with field personnel. The successful candidate would be expected to have a similar field presence.

What does a Senior Environmental Compliance Engineer do for us?

Operating under minimal supervision and using independent initiative, this employee will have comprehensive technical expertise in their field. This role provides programmatic leadership related to environmental compliance and regulatory, strategic, and policy advice to support Idaho Power’s business objectives and to foster a culture of compliance. This role utilizes knowledge and expertise in the review, development and implementation of Idaho Power’s environmental compliance program, while also supporting interaction between Idaho Power and regulatory agencies. This role plans and leads complex assignments and projects and interfaces with internal departments and external organizations as needed.

In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer‑match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Engineering principles
• Comprehensive, specific, and progressive knowledge related to discipline
  • Utilities and their business environment
  • Regulatory requirements related to CAA, CWA, and RCRA/DOT

Skills in:

• Strong interdisciplinary skills
• Effective oral and written communication
• Advanced use of computers and software related to position
• Organizational and planning skills
• Interpreting and applying regulations
• Project management
• Negotiation
• Maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines

Ability to:

• Manage and coordinate multiple projects
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work both independently and on project teams
• Develop alternatives and evaluate their value and potential for meeting company needs
• Analyze large and/or complex datasets and databases
• Prepare comprehensive written and oral reports of problems, alternatives, and recommendations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution

OR

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited institution and a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Experience:

• 6 years of related engineering experience

OR

• 5 years of related engineering experience plus P.E. or advanced engineering degree, and 3 years in the area of expertise
  • Demonstrated advanced level experience reviewing and interpreting requirements, including laws, rules, and regulations

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position for all roles

Preferred:

• P.E. license

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position works within the office and in the field. Walking/hiking is performed occasionally, up to 4-6 miles on uneven ground, ascents/descents, and at times on steep, unconsolidated slopes, in all seasons/weather conditions, (with the ability to take self‑paced breaks when needed). Lifting of up to 37 lbs. to waist height, lifting up to 5 lbs. to shoulder height, pushing/pulling up to 10/11 lbs., and reaching is performed occasionally. Stooping/bending, crouching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting is required occasionally; sometimes in confined spaces. Climbing of ladders and stairs is performed occasionally. Driving up to 6 or more hours may be required to reach worksites. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources Ergonomic accommodations including sit to stand desks, are available and installed as needed. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Travel with out-of-town stays may be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If an existing Senior Engineer is selected to fill the posting, the department leader will transfer the Senior Engineer into the position at their current step. At the six-month anniversary of the hire date, the leader must review the engineer’s performance and submit to the EOC a Senior Engineer justification form requesting placement at the appropriate grade and step based on the engineer’s performance. Ability to work independently. Part of an ongoing revolving schedule involving being on call 24 hours a day/7 day a week for two weeks straight.

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Develops recommendations for management.
Works directly with business units.
Works directly with regulators such as ODEQ, IDEQ, NDEP, DOT, and ATF.

Competencies: Adaptability, Building Partnerships, Communication, Decision Making, Planning and Organizing, Work Standards

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Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.

Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.