Environmental Engineer 2 (Burlington, WA)

Washington State Parks and Recreation
Environmental Engineer 2
Burlington, WA

This recruitment is for one permanent, full-time, Environmental Engineer 2 for Northwest Region Capital Programs located in Burlington, WA. This position will work Monday- Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. This work is typically 85% office and 15% traveling/visiting the work sites. Must be willing to travel as needed to accomplish assignments. Field work may include rough terrain and enclosed spaces.

In this role, you will provide environmental engineering services to the Agency under the general guidance/direction of registered Professional Engineers (PE). This position requires the ability to work cooperatively in a multi-disciplined team environment, provide independent, professional recommendations concerning all aspects of engineering design, permitting, and construction.

What were looking for
Our ideal candidate has a passion for environmental engineering and a heart for public service. We are looking for someone who enjoys working and collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team on issues regarding; water, sewer, grading, drainage roads and park camps.

Want to join a great organization? The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest, most diverse--and most beautiful--parks systems in the country. With more than 120,000 acres, the system includes 124 developed parks, including 19 marine parks, 11 historical parks, 35 heritage sites, 13 interpretive centers and approximately 500 miles of long-distance recreation trails. The agency is staffed with nearly 1000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere. We love what we manage and what we do. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here .

This position requires the ability to exercise sound professional judgment in making decisions concerning all facets of engineering design, permitting, and construction observation.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• As a design environmental engineer working in a close team environment, this position is responsible for the preparation of engineering reports/studies, contract drawings, technical specifications, and contract cost estimates for a wide variety of capital development projects, including:
  • Design of buildings, retaining walls, and miscellaneous other park structures.
  • Analysis/design of surface water drainage and treatment features in accordance with various county and state level storm water regulations and design manuals; and
  • Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of watersheds and sizing of drainage features; and
  • Analysis and design of small and large on-site sewage systems; sewer systems and pumping stations; potable water systems, wells, treatment facilities, and reservoirs; and
  • Design of roadways, parking lots, and trails.
• Act as Field Engineer/Project Manager performing construction site inspections, making recommendations and/or design field engineered revisions as required, negotiating change orders, preparing contract payments, preparing contract closeout documentation, and handling first level contract disputes and claims.
• Conduct field investigations as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree with a major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, civil, geotechnical, water resource, environmental, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of civil/environmental engineering experience.
• Valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license.

Desirable Qualifications:

• An Engineer-In-Training Certificate.
• Skilled using computer programs such as AutoCAD/ Civil 3D, Excel, and engineering software.
• Experience using scientific calculator, copiers/plotters, survey instruments including total station, level, etc.
• Ability to operate vehicles such as a van, a truck and sport utility vehicles, etc.

To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.gov .

You must attach or embed in your application the following:

• Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current Resume.
• College transcripts
• Three professional references.

**All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.**
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.
This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0">

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a workplace culture that is welcoming and inclusive in which all employees feel respected and empowered to bring their unique ideas to the agency. At State Parks, we believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences is essential to growing a strong workforce. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and individuals who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

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