Municipal Wastewater Engineer - Job ID 78556

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

As a Municipal Wastewater Engineer at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), you will provide assistance to the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and State Disposal System (SDS) permit programs through review and recommend actions related to wastewater treatment projects in order to provide reasonable assurance that each project is technically acceptable and feasible and that all applicable regulations and administrative requirements are met. The incumbent will conduct technical reviews of planning documents, plans, and specifications. This position will ensure that all loan or grant requirements are met, inspect significant construction activities, explain program requirements to interested parties, and participate in meetings and hearings.

Minimum Qualifications

Engineer 1 Graduate:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or similar engineering field with an environmental emphasis from an accredited engineering college. 

Engineer 2 Graduate:

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or similar engineering field with an environmental emphasis from an accredited engineering college AND 18 months of engineering experience.

All Candidates:

Good communication and writing skills; effective human relations skills to work with clientele and staff; problems solving skills for resolving technical matters; ability to bring projects to conclusion.

Capable of gaining competency in environmental regulatory processes and procedures.

Basic computer skills, proficient in WORD and familiar with EXCEL and PowerPoint.

Possess a valid Driver’s license (see additional requirements).

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the engineering principles associated with wastewater treatment, planning, and design specifications review.

Knowledge and or familiarity with MPCA policies and goals, the NPDES/SDS permit program and requirements, agency water quality rules and the federal Clean Water Act, and implementing rules.

Computer skills sufficient to use and learn databases.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with representatives of government agencies and the public.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

A driver’s license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver’s license AND a satisfactory driver's license record check. Requires a Class D driver's license: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.

About Pollution Control Agency 

Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.