Fish Passage & Water Infrastructure Engineer - Environmental Engineer

Overview

Fish Passage & Water Infrastructure Engineer – Environmental Engineer 2.

Location:

Olympia, Washington. Full-Time / Permanent. Hybrid/telework options may be available, with occasional reporting to the duty station as needed.

• Design/Manage Engineering Projects:
  Under direction of a licensed Professional Engineer, prepare preliminary engineering designs, cost estimates, feasibility studies, final designs, plans and specifications using civil, structural, hydraulic and environmental engineering to support the Department’s mission.
• Review and approve detailed engineering plans and specifications, site plans, engineering reports and operation and maintenance of environmental systems.
• Provide engineering expertise to the review and evaluation of proposals or existing environmental permits and permit applications.
• Manage Public Works (PW) Contracts and Architects/Engineers (A/E) Contracts:
  Administer and act as the Department’s representative for PW contracts for construction and A/E contracts for design of capital construction projects.
• Create and Manage Budgets:
  Develop and monitor project budgets.

The position is approximately 70% office-based and 30% field-based. Field work may occur in all weather conditions and may involve rough terrain, riverbanks, slippery surfaces, and work near water. Tasks may require navigating and performing duties in water environments.

Typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Work hours may occasionally exceed the standard schedule during the construction season.

Approximately 30% of travel is required, including trips to field locations.

• Valid driver’s license.

Please upload a copy of your current, valid Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate with your application and redact any personally identifiable information (e.g., Social Security number).

• Applying the principles and practices of engineering.
• Applying physical and biological sciences as related to engineering.
• Interpreting and applying laws and regulations governing environmental issues.
• Evaluating technical engineering data and computations.
• Developing designs involving engineering theory and judgment.
• Planning, promoting, and administering engineering projects.
• Writing engineering reports.

• Knowledge of open and closed channel flow hydraulics, including hydraulic analysis and design of water conveyance systems.
• Experience applying project management principles, including managing project scope, schedules, and budgets.

• A completed online application showing how qualifications align with job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A cover letter detailing interest, relevant skills, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.
• A copy of your current, valid EIT Certificate (redact PII).

The job posting may include additional information on benefits, equal opportunity employment, and accommodations. For inquiries or to request accommodations, contact the stated agency representatives in the posting.