Environmental /Civil Engineer 2 (Wenatchee)

The State of Washington Parks and Recreation Commission is hiring an Environmental Engineer 2 for a permanent, full-time position in East Wenatchee, WA. The role involves 80% office work and 20% site visits, requiring collaboration on various engineering projects related to water, sewer, and park infrastructure. Candidates need a relevant bachelor's degree and two years of experience. The position offers a chance to contribute to public service and environmental engineering.
Description

Washington State Parks and Recreation
Environmental Engineer 2
Wenatchee, WA
• *The position is open until filled, the hiring manager may make a hiring decision at any time. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.

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This recruitment is for one permanent, full-time, Environmental Engineer 2 for Eastern Region Capital Programs located in East Wenatchee, WA. This position will work M-TH 6:30 am to 5:00 pm. This work is typically 80% office and 20% traveling or visiting the work sites, some overnight travel maybe required depending on the park locations.

What we’re looking for
Our ideal candidate has a passion for environmental engineering and a heart for public service. We are looking for someone who enjoys working and collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team on issues regarding; water, sewer, grading, drainage roads and park camps.

Want to join a great organization?
State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and while provides providing memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives, this is a mission like no other state agency. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

Duties

This position provides professional engineering services to the Agency under the general guidance and direction of Registered Professional Engineers. This position requires the ability to exercise sound professional judgment in making decisions concerning all facets of engineering design, permitting, and construction observation.

Duties include but are not limited to:
• As a design environmental engineer working in a close team environment, this position is responsible for the preparation of engineering reports/studies, contract drawings, technical specifications, and contract cost estimates for a wide variety of capital development projects, including:
• Design of buildings, retaining walls, and miscellaneous other park structures.
• Analysis/design of surface water drainage and treatment features in accordance with various county and state level storm water regulations and design manuals;
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of watersheds and sizing of drainage features;
• Analysis and design of small and large on-site sewage systems;
• Analysis and design of sewer systems and pumping stations;
• Analysis and design of potable water systems, wells, treatment facilities, and reservoirs; and
• Design of roadways, parking lots, and trails.
• Act as Field Engineer/Project Manager performing construction site inspections, making recommendations and/or design field engineered revisions as required, negotiating change orders, preparing contract payments, preparing contract closeout documentation, and handling first level contract disputes and claims.
• Conduct field investigations as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree with a major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, civil, geotechnical, water resource, environmental, or a closely related field AND
• Two (2) years of civil/environmental engineering experience.
• Valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license.
• An Engineer-In-Training Certificate.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
• Skilled using computer programs such as AutoCAD/ Civil 3D, Excel, engineering software.
• Experience using scientific calculator, copiers/plotters, survey instruments including total station, level, etc.
• Ability to operate vehicles such as van, truck and sport utility vehicles, etc.

Supplemental Information

To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.gov.

You must attach or embed in your application the following:
• Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current Resume.
• Three professional references.
• *All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.**

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion -
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a workplace culture that is welcoming and inclusive in which all employees feel respected and empowered to bring their unique ideas to the agency. At State Parks, we believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences is essential to growing a strong workforce. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and individuals who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about this recruitment or Parks hiring process, please contact Wendy Vandel at Wendy.vandel@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902-8688.

For information about this position, please contact Brian Patnode at Brian.Patnode@parks.wa.gov or (509) 885-0397.