Senior Environmental Compliance Engineer

Idaho Power Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Power, based in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Senior Environmental Compliance Engineer to lead our Environmental Compliance team. The role involves field work and significant time with field personnel, with up to 40% remote work from the downtown Boise office.

The successful candidate will provide programmatic leadership in environmental compliance, regulatory strategy, and policy guidance to support Idaho Power’s business objectives and ensure a culture of compliance across Idaho and Oregon.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or equivalent and a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 6 years of related engineering experience or 5 years plus PE/advanced degree and 3 years in the area of expertise.
• Advanced level experience reviewing and interpreting requirements, including laws, rules, and regulations

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic leadership for environmental compliance and regulatory, strategic, and policy advice to support Idaho Power’s objectives.
• Develop and implement Idaho Power's environmental compliance program.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external regulators, including agencies such as ODEQ, IDEQ, NDEP, DOT, and ATF.
• Plan and lead complex assignments and projects while managing multiple stakeholders.

Skills

Engineering principles

Regulatory requirements (CAA, CWA, RCR

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Oral and written communication

Computers and software proficiency

Planning and organization

Regulation interpretation

Project management

Negotiation

Staying composed under deadlines

Education

B.S. in Engineering, ABET or non-ABET + PE

Tools

PE license

Job description

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.

Job Details

# of Positions: 1
Job Type: Regular Job
End Date: Exemption Status: Exempt
Pay Range: $130,062.40 - 156,644.80
Application Deadline: 09/23/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

Responsibilities

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.

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.

Additional requirements. Travel with out-of-town stays may be required. Part of an ongoing revolving schedule involving being on call 24 hours a day/7 day a week for two weeks straight.

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. #IPC1 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.

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. 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.

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.

About Us

With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River, Idaho Power is proud to provide safe, reliable, and affordable energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon. Our nearly 2,200 employees serve more than 650,000 customers in a service area spanning an estimated 24,000 square miles.