Environmental Engineer - Safe Drinking Water & Public Health

The Department of Health is seeking a full-time Environmental Engineer for the Beckley District Office. The role involves ensuring compliance with safe drinking water regulations, conducting inspections, and providing technical assistance for public health concerns. Candidates must hold a current Professional Engineer license from West Virginia. The position requires in-person work in Beckley, WV, with a salary range of $58,329 to $103,488 and various benefits.
Nature of Work

Under the direct supervision of the district supervising engineer, this position performs professional engineering work for the Beckley District Office of the Environmental Engineering Division within the Office of Environmental Health Services.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist water systems in achieving compliance with current and future agency rules, regulations, and operating procedures, with a focus on public water supplies regulated under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act.
• Conduct inspections, investigations, and evaluations of water and wastewater systems to protect public health and the environment.
• Review and assess engineering reports, plans, and project sites to ensure regulatory and environmental compliance.
• Provide technical and professional assistance regarding public health engineering concerns.
• Offer administrative and technical support for water and wastewater systems during catastrophic and emergency situations.
• Address public health and environmental concerns raised by the general public, public officials, and other entities.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,329.00 - $103,488.00 per year

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:
• Professional Engineer (Required)

Ability to Commute:
• Beckley, WV 25801 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
• Beckley, WV 25801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person