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PSD Permit Engineer (Environmental Engineer 3) (In Training) (Two Positions)

Washington State Department of Ecology
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Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader), Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.  

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill two PSD Permit Engineer (Environmental Engineer 3) positions. These positions are located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.

In this role, you’ll review complex New Source Review (NSR) and Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) applications to understand if the major air emission sources will be in compliance with Best Available Control Technology (BACT) and other applicable state and federal air quality requirements.
 
The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the air quality of Washington to safeguard public health and the environment and support high quality of life. The federal Clean Air Act requires all states to have statewide operating permit programs for businesses and industries that are the largest sources of air pollution. An air operating permit contains all the permit requirements that apply to an air pollution source.
 
If you’re working toward your Professional Engineer (PE) license, this In Training position is a great opportunity to gain engineering experience while working under a licensed PE.
 
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embrace the value of people.

Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:

  • A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
  • An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
  • Continuous growth and development opportunities. 
  • A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
  • Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.


Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
 
Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
 
Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
 
Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
 
Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
 
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. 

During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding building occupancy, mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. 

 
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of December 10, 2021. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 9, 2021. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
 
Duties

What makes this role unique? 
In this role, you’ll draft and conduct the final review of permit applications for complex air emission projects involving Prevention of Significant Deterioration permitting, including engineering designs, specifications, and plans for air pollution processes and control equipment at facilities such as petroleum refineries, pulp & paper mills and aluminum smelters. You will engage with and address expectations of managers, staff, and permit applicants and their consultants through clear communication, adequate scheduling timelines, and by ensuring project completeness. You'll also help develop responses to legal challenges.

What you'll do:
  • Meet with industry representatives to discuss requirements of New Source Review (NSR) and Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permits.
  • Ensure project modeling meets all state and federal ambient air quality standards.
  • Coordinate comment reviews from other state and local air agencies and evaluate those comments to determine appropriateness and applicability to permit.
  • Negotiate permit conditions with industry, state, federal and local agencies.
  • Research and interpret EPA guidance.
  • Issue draft and final NSR/PSD permits.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.

The goal class for this position is an Environmental Engineer 3 (EE3). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Engineering 1, 2 & 3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the EE1 or the EE2 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an EE3 within a specified period of time.

At the Environmental Engineer 1 level – Salary Range 55 - ($4,059 - $5,913) (In-Training) 
Option 1:

  • An Engineer In-Training Certificate or a Bachelor’s Degree with major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, water resources, civil, geotechnical, environmental, chemical, mechanical, or related field.
  • One year of environmental engineering experience.
 
Option 2:

  • A Master’s degree with major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, water resource, civil, geotechnical, environmental, chemical, mechanical, or related field.

At the Environmental Engineer 2 level – Salary Range – 61 - ($5,229 - $6,862) (In-Training) 

Option 1: 

  • An Engineer In-Training Certificate and a Bachelor’s degree with major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, water resource, civil, geotechnical, environmental, chemical, mechanical, or related field.
  • Two years of environmental engineering experience.
 
Option 2: 

  • A Master’s degree with a major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, civil, geotechnical, water resource, environmental, chemical, mechanical or related field.
  • One year of experience in environmental engineering.

At the Environmental Engineer 3 level – Salary Range – 67 – ($6,063 - $7,957) – Goal Classification 

Option 1: 

  • A Master’s Degree with major study in one of the following engineering fields: sanitary, water resource, civil, geotechnical, environmental, chemical, mechanical, or related field.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or another state based on the registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington.
  • Two years of experience in environmental engineering.
 
Option 2:

  • An engineer-in-training certificate or bachelor’s degree with a major study in one of the above fields.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington or another state based on the registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington.
  • Three years of experience in environmental engineering.

Option 3:

  • An engineer-in-training certificate or bachelor’s degree with a major study in one of the above fields.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington or another state based on the registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington.
  • One year of experience in environmental engineering.


Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: 
  • Must be registered as a professional engineer in the State of Washington when the goal class (Environmental Engineer 3) has been achieved.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.


Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.

  • Ability to understand and run air dispersion models.
  • If not already a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), currently working toward becoming a licensed PE in the State of Washington, which could include:
  • An Engineer In Training certificate
  • Three (3) years of engineering experience

Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.

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: WA State: Board of Registration for Professional Engineers: How to get your license: Professional engineer by comity. 

Supplemental Information

Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.


Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?

  • Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
  • If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
  • If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
  • If you are reading this announcement in print format, please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology.  

Application Instructions:

It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.

  • A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
  • A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
  • Three professional references.

Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. 
 
For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):

  • Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc. 
  • Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded. 

Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: 
 
Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.

Application Attestation: 

The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. 

Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email [HM NAME] at: [HM EMAIL ADDRESS]. Please do not contact [HM NAME] to inquire about the status of your application.
 
To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov

Why work for Ecology?

As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability.

Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.

Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:

Student debt: how working for Ecology can help
The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.

Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.  

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.