Engineer II

Engineer II (NS)

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.

This is a repost of position 65034365. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered for this position. Primary Purpose/Job (Position) Summary This Engineer II position primarily works in the Post Construction State Stormwater program to perform skilled professional engineering work and reviews, evaluate projects for compliance, and provide technical assistance for the Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources (DEMLR). This position will have some secondary duties associated with the other DEMLR programs such as the review of plans for Erosion/Sediment Control, Mine Operation and Reclamation and Dam Safety. Many skills are required including being able to manage multiple priorities, having excellent technical writing and public speaking skills as well as a strong understanding of hydrology, soils, vegetation, hydraulics, and detailed engineering concepts related to all aspects of stormwater collection, treatment and discharge. Other important purposes of this position are to perform inspections, provide technical guidance to Land Quality Environmental Specialists within the regional office, handle citizen inquiries/complaints, document compliance/enforcement actions, and may occasionally present at training programs for DEQ staff, local governments, industry, consulting firms, and developers.

Key Responsibilities: Provides timely and detailed review of permit applications, engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations within the procedural and statutory times for compliance with Federal and State laws, rules, and policies, and good engineering practices. Prepares a variety of technical documents to communicate the results of the review with all necessary parties. Performs inspections of sites/facilities regulated under each of DEMLR's four programs: Stormwater, Sedimentation Control, Dam Safety, and Mining. Advises and provides engineering guidance and written technical/compliance documentation to other staff, clients, and the general public. Meeting with applicants and their consultants to facilitate project development, design, construction, and ultimately permit approval and site compliance.

Recruitment Range $61,545 - $78,000

The Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources (DEMLR) is comprised of two Sections: Land Quality and Geological Survey. For more information:

The Land Quality Section is responsible for the administration of four regulatory programs: Dam Safety program as authorized by the Dam Safety Act of 1967, Mining Program as authorized by the Mining Act of 1971, Sediment Program as authorized by the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 and Stormwater Program as authorized by State Statutes and the federal Clean Water Act. DEMLR collects permit fees and issues permits for mines, dams, sedimentation control for construction sites, and stormwater permits for various activities and refers enforcement cases to the Attorney General's Office.

DEMLR is responsible for scheduling, organizing and transcribing minutes of the North Carolina Mining Commission and the Sedimentation Control Commission as well as reporting to the Environmental Management Commission regarding dam safety and stormwater matters.

The N.C. Geological Survey (NCGS) Section's mission is to provide unbiased and technically accurate applied earth science scientific information to address societal needs. This includes geologic maps, mineral resource and geochemical information, topographic maps and digital products, and earth science education initiatives. The NCGS “…examines, surveys, and maps the geology, mineral resources, and topography of the state” and encourages the wise conservation and use of geologic resources by industry, commerce, agriculture and government agencies for the general welfare of the citizens of North Carolina. The results of the NCGS research are documented in Bulletins, Open File Reports, Information Circulars, Special Publications, and Geologic Map Series. The NCGS along with DEMLR provide staff to the Oil and Gas Commission.

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This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.