Engineer Graduate - Solid Waste Permit Engineer

Engineer 1 Graduate - Solid Waste Permit Engineer

* This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations:
Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Marshall or Mankato.*

This position exists to perform review of solid waste facility permit applications and develop permit conditions for those facilities. A Graduate Engineer I performs various technical and policy‑related duties for the Solid Waste Program. Duties include project management, review of permit applications and technical specifications, preparation of permits, and administrative functions surrounding permit issuance that ensures solid waste facilities are constructed and operated in compliance with Solid Waste Rules and protective of human health and the environment.

The position also works with other staff on policy and planning issues surrounding solid waste. This position exists to provide technical support through outreach, permitting, and site visit activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or a similar engineering field with an environmental emphasis from an accredited engineering college.
• Good communication and writing skills, effective human‑relations skills to work with clientele and staff; problem‑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.
• The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas including F‑1 STEM OTP extensions.
• 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. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering.
• Knowledge of engineering principals associated with solid waste facilities (landfills, compost sites, transfer facilities) including design, collection and treatment of leachate, stormwater management, and related operations.
• Knowledge of state and federal statutes and rules related to landfill design and operation.
• Computer skills sufficient to use and learn databases and the HELP Computer Model.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with representatives of government agencies and the public.

The position will inspect landfill and other solid waste facility construction, to evaluate conformance with design and specifications and accepted engineering and construction practices. Ability to independently work in the field, conduct inspections/investigations in adverse weather conditions and in a variety of settings at solid waste facilities. Ability to carry more than 20 pounds (monitoring equipment, file boxes). Must have the ability to conduct inspections that may involve climbing and/or stepping over obstacles.

• 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 DLR check.
• Requires a Class D driver’s License: a single‑unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.

• Conflict of Interest Review
• Criminal History Check
• Education Verification
• Employment Reference / Records Check
• License / Certification Verification where applicable

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

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