Senior Industrial Permits Engineer & Stormwater Lead

Washington State Department of Transportation; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Industrial Permits Engineer and Stormwater Technical Expert (Environmental Engineer 5) to write and manage water quality permits for industrial facilities in the Southwest region. You will serve as an expert in stormwater modeling and provide technical support to ensure compliance with state water quality standards.

The role involves conducting inspections, offering engineering assistance to permittees and staff, and leading the section

Qualifications

• Experience with stormwater modeling, treatment systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to write and manage NPDES/State permits for industrial facilities.
• Strong communication skills for technical assistance and reviews.

Responsibilities

• Write and manage NPDES and State Waste Discharge Permits for industrial facilities.
• Conduct inspections at large, heavily industrial facilities.
• Provide engineering/technical assistance to permittees and staff.
• Respond to questions from interested parties and monitor compliance with permits and standards.
• Lead stormwater modeling and conveyance/treatment efforts for industrial facilities.
• Mentor junior engineers in the unit.

Skills

Stormwater modeling

Permit writing

Inspection

Engineering mentorship

Water quality standards

Tools

NPDES permits

Job description

Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Industrial Permits Engineer and Stormwater Technical Expert (Environmental Engineer 5) to write and manage water quality permits for industrial facilities in the Southwest region. You will serve as an expert in stormwater modeling and provide technical support to ensure compliance with state water quality standards.

The role involves conducting inspections, offering engineering assistance to permittees and staff, and leading the section