Engineer II
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Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference
DEQ has an open opportunity for an Engineer II(Flexible/Hybrid)It is full-time (40 hours per week) withState Benefits.This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.This Engineer IIperforms complex reviews of post construction stormwater permit applications under both the Express and Standard Review processes to determine adequacy and compliance. Performs reviews schedules and conducts meetings with applicants consultants and other interested parties to discuss project feasibility/design and/or compliance with post construction stormwater laws and rules; Inspects sites/facilities regulated under each of DEMLRs four programs: Sedimentation Control Stormwater Dam Safety and Mining; Advises and provides engineering guidance and written technical/compliance documentation to Environmental Specialists before during and after project site inspections; and answers questions from the regulated community responds to complaints and inquiries from the general public at the site by telephone and through written correspondence.
This position requires the ability to walk through rough and uneven terrain and work in inclement weather noise dust fumes machinery and insects. Position does require travel to and from various project sites and dams.
This position has a high volume of work with changing priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reviews applications completes timely and detailed reviews of engineering plan submittal.
- Ensures timely and detailed review of engineering drawings and specifications for compliance with Federal and State laws rules and policies and good engineering practices.
- Performs inspections of sites/facilities regulated under each of DEMLRs four programs: Sedimentation Control Stormwater Dam Safety and Mining.
- Advises and provides engineering guidance and written technical/compliance documentation to staff and clients.
- Meeting with applicants and their consultants to facilitate project development design construction and ultimately permit approval and site compliance.
The Division of Energy Mineral and Land Resources:
The Division of Energy Mineral and Land Resources (DEMLR) is comprised of two Sections: Land Quality and Geological Survey. For more information: Land Quality Section is responsible for the administration of four regulatory programs: Dam Safety Program as authorized by the Dam Safety of 1967 Mining Program as authorized by the Mining Act of 1971 Sediment Program as authorized by the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 and Stormwater Program as authorized by state statutes and the federal Clean Water Act. DEMLR collects permit fees and issues permits for mines dams sedimentation control for construction sites and stormwater permits for various activities and refers enforcement cases to the Attorney Generals Office.
DEMLR is responsible for scheduling organizing and transcribing minutes of the North Carolina Mining Commission and the Sedimentation Control Commission as well as reporting to the Environmental Management Commission regarding dam safety and stormwater matters.
The N.C. Geological Survey (NCGS) Sections mission is to provide unbiased and technically accurate applied earth science scientific information to address societal needs. This includes geologic maps mineral resource and geochemical information topographic maps and digital products and earth science education initiatives. The NCGS ...examines surveys and maps the geology mineral resources and topography of the state and
encourages the wise conservation and use of geologic resources by industry commerce agriculture and government agencies for the general welfare of the citizens of North Carolina. The results of the NCGS research are documented in Bulletins Open File Reports Information Circulars Special Publications and Geologic Map Series. The NCGS along with DEMLR provide staff to the Oil and Gas Commission.
The NC Department of Environmental Quality:
The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolinas environmental resources. The organization which has offices from the mountains to the coast administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality water quality and the publics health and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolinas needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses farmers local governments and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the states school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Please visit our website at theDepartment of Environmental Qualityfor more information.
If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visitto learn more.
Location: Wilmington Regional Office 127 Cardinal Drive Ext. Wilmington NCKnowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed below along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.
To qualify for this position applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
- Documented experience in reviewing and/or designing permit applications and/or engineering plans for evaluation and/or compliance and/or performing inspections and/or audits of project sites or facilities as they pertain to environmental programs.
- Demonstrated experience communicating information to consulting engineers municipal/local officials or the public using written and/or oral communication skills.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings state that you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below you must qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
Bachelors degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employerwho embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federallaws state laws and Executive Orders.
DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty to their applications.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- If applicants earned a foreign degree foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Ben Brooks at and/or
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Employment Type
Full-Time
