Engineer, Environmental Engineer

The Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water (VDH-ODW) is receiving applications for available environmental engineering positions in its Abingdon and Norfolk regional offices. These positions manage regulatory compliance, provide technical assistance, conduct on-site inspections, and evaluate submitted engineering documents for an assigned number of the 170 water treatment plants and 2800 public water systems in Virginia. VDH-ODW regional offices are collaborative, responsive, and committed to our goal of protecting public health and helping to ensure all Virginians have a safe and adequate supply of drinking water.

• 1. Demonstrated knowledge of and applied experience in biology, microbiology, chemistry, core engineering principles, and quantitative analysis.
• 2. Established experience in exercising sound judgement and making well-informed engineering decisions.
• 3. Experience in conveying technical information clearly, engage with different audiences, and preparing comprehensive technical reports.
• 4. Proven experience in interpreting, analyzing, and applying applicable laws, regulations, policies, and complex technical documentation.
• 5. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to effectively manage and develop professional staff.
• 6. Comprehensive engineering expertise in water-related disciplines, including civil, sanitary, environmental, or chemical engineering.