Engineer, Environmental Compliance

Position:
Engineer I – Air Quality Program
Salary: $32.51 hourly

Location:

Pierre, SD
Closing Date: 07/28/2026

• Conduct engineering reviews of permit applications, plans and specifications, modeling, existing air quality data, and air pollution control technology to determine if the proposed equipment and operations meet all state and federal environmental requirements.
• Model air emission sources to determine compliance with ambient air quality standards.
• Write air quality permits that ensure state and federal environmental requirements are met.
• Conduct inspections of a variety of operations and air pollution control technology at grain elevators, manufacturers, ethanol plants, electric peaking plants, coal-fired electric power plants, etc., to ensure permitted facilities are constructed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and properly operated in compliance with the permit conditions.
• Recommend corrective action where necessary to protect the state’s natural resources.
• Communicate and coordinate with other engineers, agencies, and the public on a routine basis.
• Travel may occur once every other month, which may include several consecutive days in the field conducting inspections.

Must possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in agricultural, chemical, civil, environmental, geological, mechanical, or related engineering field. Preference is given to applicants who have successfully passed the Engineer‑In‑Training/Fundamentals of Engineering exam or who can obtain the license.

A valid driver’s license is required.

• Principles of environmental and natural resources engineering
• Principles and practices of environmental controls and natural resources fields
• Causes and control of air pollution
• Investigative procedures
• Technical report writing

• Proficient use of computers and Microsoft Office products
• Effective oral and written communication

• Interpret and implement laws and regulations governing environmental and natural resources engineering procedures and practices
• Plan, organize, and prioritize work activities to meet schedules and deadlines
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers
• Make appropriate decisions by applying standards and available information to specific situations
• Communicate information clearly and concisely and develop ideas in a logical sequence
• Analyze problems and recommend solutions
• Understand and achieve department objectives

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance, eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. The position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

State of South Dakota is an Equal Opportunity Employer.