Solid Waste Professional Engineer

Professional Engineer Position

At the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, our work impacts all Montanans. Our agency mission is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana – watch it in action here! Whether it's the water you drink at a restaurant, the air you breathe on a hike, or the energy that lights up your home — we provide environmental oversight, clean-up, and energy resource information to the people and businesses of Montana.

We are looking for a Professional Engineer to join our team in the Solid Waste Program of DEQ. A Professional Engineer for the Solid Waste Program is responsible for reviewing design plans and engineering submittals for landfill applications, expansions, and structural components of landfills and other solid waste management facilities. This position is also responsible for site visits and compliance assistance at these facilities.

At the Department of Environmental Quality, our ultimate goal is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. DEQ employees are the heart of our organization. We value the people and invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face. DEQ values – leadership, accountability, customer service, efficiency, excellence, and decision making – are fundamental to our work. Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality!

The Professional Engineer position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression.

Minimum requirements include:

• Licensed professional engineer as required by Section 37-67-301, MCA, and the Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Education and experience requirements as described by Section 37-67-323, MCA.
• Preferred experience in mining and/or environmental engineering.
• Current valid Driver's License and clean driving record in accordance with State of Montana Vehicle Use Policy.

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this position.

Applications, including supplemental materials such as cover letter or resume, must be submitted through the State of Montana Careers site by the closing date of the announcement.