The Department of Ecology is hiring two  Facility Engineers (Environmental Engineer 3)  within the . Location: Eastern Region Office in . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. Schedule: These positions are eligible for telework and flexible schedule options. The first 30 days will require full time in the office. After 30 days, a minimum of one day every two weeks will be required to be in the office. Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change. Application Timeline: Apply by September 1, 2025 These positions will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the above date may not be considered.

Duties

As a Facility Engineer and Permit Writer, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to protecting the surface and groundwater of Washington’s 13 easternmost counties. Experience gained in these positions will advance your career in environmental engineering and wastewater regulation. In these roles, you will fulfill the Water Quality Program’s mission to provide cool, clean water for future generations through writing permits, reviewing engineering, and providing technical assistance.

You will utilize your data analysis and technical writing skills to write National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and State Waste Discharge Permits for a wide range of industrial dischargers and municipal wastewater treatment plants. As a Professional Engineer, you will utilize your knowledge and expertise in wastewater treatment to independently review engineering plans, designs, and specifications for municipal wastewater treatment plants and industrial facilities to ensure protection of water quality. You will be a key member of a dedicated team working collaboratively to verify and ensure compliance with water quality permits. What you will do: As a Professional Engineer, negotiate and review environmental plans and monitoring programs associated with permitted industrial and municipal wastewater facilities. Apply knowledge and expertise to review engineering documents for industrial and municipal wastewater facilities to ensure continued or increased protection of water quality. Assist with site inspections and perform site visits for industrial and domestic wastewater facilities to ensure compliance with wastewater permits and provide technical assistance to help facilities meet their water quality permits. Protect surface waters by authoring National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for a wide range of industrial facilities and municipal wastewater facilities. Protect groundwater by authoring National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for a wide range of industrial facilities and municipal wastewater facilities. Qualifications

For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our . Required Qualifications: Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or another state based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington, AND Three (3) years of experience in environmental engineering. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or another state based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington, in good standing. Applicants qualifying through the licensing equivalency option must achieve professional registration as an engineer in the state of Washington within six months of appointment to this class. NOTE: Individuals who are interested in applying to this position, and believe they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington based on reciprocity, are responsible for ensuring they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington prior to submitting their application materials. These requirements can be found at the following website: . Desired Qualifications: Experience in municipal or industrial wastewater treatment plant design, construction, or operations. Experience applying negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Experience communicating complex technical issues to the public. If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description,  we encourage you to apply.  Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.