Environmental Engineer - 2186 - Augusta

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The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Remediation and Waste Management, is seeking to fill an Environmental Engineer vacancy in Augusta.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position provides professional engineering expertise and technical support during the investigation and remediation of sites. The primary focus of this position is to evaluate remediation technologies and approaches to address emerging contaminants, such as Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), in groundwater/drinking water supplies. The evolving science and understanding of these contaminants require an experienced professional to support program staff and effectively implement solutions. Tasks include reviewing engineering proposals and project plans, contract administration with treatment system vendors; maintaining and updating treatment system specifications; and performing ongoing research on techniques and technologies to improve program specifications and system effectiveness. The position would also provide engineering services, as needed, to other BRWM programs. Emphasis would be on evaluating water treatment system design, operations, and maintenance. The work is performed under limited supervision.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering and four (4) years of engineering experience. Related experience may be substituted for education on a year or year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Licensure as a Professional Engineer by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills or experience:

• An understanding of the basic concepts of water treatment system components, design, and operation.
• Experience determining compliance with laws, rules, and related standards and program goals.
• Presenting information to diverse groups in formal and informal settings, including presentations in public forums.
• Drafting formal and informal correspondence to facilitate compliance with program objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of professionals and the public about complex matters.
• Experience using software such as Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Crystal Reports and Excel.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter and a current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here: before the closing date, to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included.

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• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
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• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.29% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
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