Tribal Water & Sanitation Engineer - Loan Repayment

Indian Health Service; Martin (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service (IHS) Sanitation Facilities Construction is seeking a Civil/Environmental Engineer to provide technical and operational support for water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities in collaboration with American Indian Tribes. You will evaluate system conditions, review designs, and help ensure compliance with federal water quality acts, with eligibility for loan repayment programs.

Qualifications include an engineering degree and professional registration or licensure;

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering program or equivalent required.
• Professional registration or licensure (EI/EIT/PE) or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct operation and maintenance services to Tribes and tribal utilities.
• Perform site visits to assess condition of systems, locations of mains, water pressures, and plumbing layouts.
• Prepare and review planning proposals, feasibility studies, and engineering designs.
• Provide training and technical assistance to Tribes on sanitation facilities, operator certification, and compliance with Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Indian Health Service (IHS) Sanitation Facilities Construction is seeking a Civil/Environmental Engineer to provide technical and operational support for water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities in collaboration with American Indian Tribes. You will evaluate system conditions, review designs, and help ensure compliance with federal water quality acts, with eligibility for loan repayment programs.

Qualifications include an engineering degree and professional registration or licensure;