District Environmental Engineer (Environmental Engineer IV)

Job Description

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series prepare and/or review plans, designs, specifications and cost estimates for environmental engineering projects; prepare and review analytical data for sanitary, environmental and air pollution control projects; perform calculations relating to environmental engineering problems; conduct field investigations and surveys in such areas as noise, air, water, waste water, industrial or hazardous waste; and perform related work as required.

The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional engineering duties in such areas as air and water pollution, water distribution and treatment, sewage treatment and solid waste management to locate, abate or control sources of environmental pollutants in accordance with sound engineering principles and applicable laws, regulations and standards.

The incumbent shall function as the District Environmental Engineer. The incumbent should possess a strong working knowledge and understanding of Federal and State environmental laws/rules/regulations including, but not limited to, the following: MEPA/NEPA, EPA, WPA, Section 106/Chapter 254, Section 401, NPDES, MESA/NHESP, YOP, Army Corps, 4(f), Article 97, and Chapter 91.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing, and overseeing the preparation of, all environmental permit applications (including, but not limited to, the following: RDAs, NOIs, ENFs, CE Checklists, Water Quality Certificates, Army Corps Permits, NPDES SWPPPs, YOPs, etc.) relevant to a variety of Project Development, Maintenance, Bridge and Construction Division functions in accordance with Civil Engineering principles, policies and practices.
• Direct supervision of technical and professional staff involved in the preparation and reviews of environmental documents in compliance with MassDOT standards, policies and directives.
• Reviewing project documents (plans, specifications, estimates, permit applications, permits, etc.) of in-house and consultant engineering designs. This includes checking all documents for accuracy and thoroughness with respect to civil and environmental principles, policies and practices, and submitting thorough, detailed written comments. Also reviewing and approving environmental documents and reviews prepared by others.
• Providing civil engineering and environmental guidance to personnel in proper preparation techniques for plan submissions to environmental agencies. Recommending modifications to plans and/or specifications, as necessary, in accordance with environmental rules, policies, and regulations.
• Representing MassDOT at public hearings. Participating in meetings with local, state and federal officials, including regulatory agencies.
• Acting as a liaison with other MassDOT sections, government agencies, and public groups.
• Ability to develop and provide solutions where conflicts arise with Department projects or operations and regulatory requirements/regulatory agencies.
• Arranging and conducting liaison meetings and inspections to discuss issues and/or resolve problems.
• Arranging/obtaining permit amendments, modifications and/or extensions based on civil engineering drawings submitted and approved. As needed, monitoring active projects for environmental compliance.
• Coordinating with the District Bridge, Construction, Design and Maintenance Divisions to ensure activities are carried out in compliance with MassDOT environmental policies.
• Analyzing and determining appropriate alternative methods of materials used in projects.
• Performing technical studies, field assessments and wetland delineations.
• Maintaining records.
• Conducting field investigations and attending meetings to gather information on projects as needed.
• Collecting, analyzing, organizing and communicating project data for various District projects.
• Writing memoranda, letters and technical or general reports concerning the environmental aspects and status of a multitude of engineering projects.
• Providing civil engineering data for the preparation and review of engineering or environmental reports and studies.
• Providing civil engineering and environmental information and technical advice to fellow employees.
• Preparing engineering plans, specifications and estimates for projects for the Highway Division's advertising programs; and performing related work as required.

• Knowledge and field experience in permit compliance inspection and oversight, erosion control and stormwater management methodologies.
• Knowledge of the principles of hydraulics as applied to surface drainage pipes and culverts.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office computer programs and other industry databases.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately with the general public, consultants, agencies, contractors and MassDOT staff.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of the terminology and standard abbreviations used in civil engineering.
• Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of concrete and asphalt; mechanical properties of fluids; theory and practice of plane survey.
• Knowledge of the engineering properties of soil.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment and materials used in building, bridge, highway, road or tunnel construction.
• Knowledge of mathematic computations used in solving engineering problems.
• Knowledge of the types and skill in the uses of equipment used in plane surveying.
• Knowledge of the methods of soil testing.
• Ability to understand, apply and explain the laws, rules, regulations, procedures, specifications and guidelines governing assigned unit activities and in connection with the construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, buildings, etc.
• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of civil engineering data, to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including group settings and public presentations which includes but not limited to public speaking and conducting trainings to a broad and diverse audience.
• Strong supervisory skills; including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; controlling work through periodic reviews and/or evaluations; determining subordinates' training needs
• and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
• For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.