Engineer
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Environment and Energy - Agency 84

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$30.577

Job Posting:
JR2024-00009300 Engineer (Evergreen) (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

Job Description:
Waste Permit Section
This engineering position reviews permit applications for solid and hazardous waste management facilities to ensure compliance with applicable design standards, rules, and regulations. Under limited supervision this position will review designs for municipal solid waste landfills, construction and demolition landfills, ash monofils, solid waste processing facilities, compost sites, and hazardous waste facilities. This position provides technical assistance and information to the public on solid waste management facilities; hazardous waste facilities; the Nebraska Environmental Protection Act; Nebraska Hazardous Waste Regulations, Title 128; the Integrated Solid Waste Management Act, Title 132; and other applicable rules and regulations.

NPDES & State Permits Section
This engineer will review permit applications to ensure compliance to applicable engineering rules and regulations. Under limited supervision they will review livestock waste control structures, wastewater treatment projects, and nutrient management plans. They will provide technical assistance and information to the public on livestock facilities, digesters, nutrient management plans, Nebraska Environmental Protection Act, Livestock Waste Management Act, Title 130, National Pollutant Discharge Eliminations System (NPDES) program, and other applicable rules and regulations.

Construction Permits Section
Under limited supervision: review air quality construction permit applications; determine sources and quantities of air emissions; determine applicable state and federal regulations; evaluate best available control technologies including economic analysis; interpret and evaluate engineering calculations and potential emissions to ensure any controls required adequately protect the environment and public health and safety; and design and develop construction permits that include permit conditions specific to the facility and its sources of air pollution including appropriate testing and monitoring to verify compliance with state and federal air regulations.

Engineering & Technical Assistance Section
An engineer is needed to review planning and design documents for municipal and industrial wastewater facilities, drinking water projects, public pool construction projects, private onsite treatment systems, and livestock waste control facilities. Work is performed under limited supervision of a higher-level engineer and is reviewed for accuracy and conformance of the final product to engineering principles, agency policies and regulations.
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Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Nebraska's environment? If so, are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Nebraska's environment? Protection of Nebraska's water is more important than ever, and this position will be an integral part of its defense. If you want to work to help our state's water, please consider a career with the State of Nebraska at the Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE). At NDEE, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Nebraska's air, land, water, and energy resources.

What's in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! The State of Nebraska offers a competitive benefits package, including:
12 days of vacation during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), 12 days of sick leave during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), and 13 paid holidays per year. Permanent Teammate Benefits: • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • WellNebraska Health Plan • Direct Primary Care (DPC) • Mail order Rx (3 month supply) and Specialty Pharmacy program • Virtual Visits and FREE Nurse line 24 hours a day 7 days a week • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement/Investment Plan • Early Retirement Insurance Program (55 and older) • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • Life and AD&D Insurance • Tuition Assistance* • LinkedIn Learning Access to 16,000+ On-Demand Courses • Direct Deposit of Payroll • Nebraska State Employees Credit Union • Deferred Compensation Plan • Paid Holidays • Vacation, Sick, Civil, and Injury Leave • Military Training or Emergency Duty Leave • Teammate Discount Program • Charitable Giving through Payroll Deduction (*Coverage is effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.)

For a complete listing of job duties, requirements and to apply go to statejobs.nebraska.gov

"The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics."

Location and address of position:245 Fallbrook Blvd - Suite 100 - Lincoln, NE

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Flexible schedules and 10-hour days may be available with management approval after a 6-month probationary period.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline. Must obtain Engineer Intern Enrollment (Engineering in Training Certification) within one year of employment.

Other:

• Submit a resume or include on your application your specific experience as it applies to this position.
• Submit a current list of professional reference with contact information.
• A valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent transportation.
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Ability to climb a 10 ft ladder.
• Ability to bend and stoop.
• Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes.
• Ability to walk on muddy, icy, uneven terrain.
• Ability to work in industrial settings.
• Ability to participate in the agency's medical monitoring program.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

NOTE: Some positions DO NOT participate in the STEM OPT Program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of air/water/waste/wastewater quality management, and state, local and federal pollution control rules and regulations.

Skills: Excellent written and oral communication, analytical and judgment skills, computer skills.

Ability to: Read and write technical reports; interpret complex environmental regulations, and prepare concise and enforceable air quality permits; Relate well to people having various technical and non-technical backgrounds.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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