Senior Wastewater Permitting Specialist (NPDES)

Black & Veatch; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

ESOP ownership

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Staff Environmental Sciences Specialist focused on industrial wastewater permitting. You will lead NPDES projects, prepare permit applications, and evaluate regulatory strategies for facilities across the United States.

The role requires strong technical writing, coordination with stakeholders, and experience with water quality standards and permit development. Hybrid work and ESOP options are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in industrial or municipal wastewater permitting.
• Experience preparing or supporting NPDES permit applications in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support NPDES permitting and compliance projects for municipal and industrial facilities nationwide.
• Prepare new, renewal, and modification applications for NPDES permits with technical narratives and data.
• Evaluate regulatory applicability and strategies under the Clean Water Act and state programs.
• Review effluent limitations, water quality standards, and 316(a)/(b) considerations.
• Assess data and compliance histories to identify permitting risks and solutions.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, labs, and agencies throughout permit development and reviews.
• Develop and implement permit compliance programs and reporting plans.

Skills

NPDES permitting

Regulatory compliance

Environmental engineering

Project coordination

Technical writing

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's in environmental engineering

Tools

Excel

EPA ePermitting tools

GIS

Job description

Black & Veatch is seeking a Staff Environmental Sciences Specialist focused on industrial wastewater permitting. You will lead NPDES projects, prepare permit applications, and evaluate regulatory strategies for facilities across the United States.

The role requires strong technical writing, coordination with stakeholders, and experience with water quality standards and permit development. Hybrid work and ESOP options are offered.