Job Description

Environmental Engineer III

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $26.61 - $55.36 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Coral Ortega | caortega@utah.gov | 801-538-4624
Application Deadline – 7/29/2026 6:00 PM MDT

The Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a dedicated, forward-thinking Environmental Engineer to join our vital Engineering Section within the Division of Water Quality. In this critical role, you won't just be reviewing plans—you will be a key player in safeguarding our state's water resources. If you are ready to apply your engineering expertise where it truly impacts public health and the environment, we want to hear from you!

This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare technical reports for and present projects to the Water Quality Board.
• Review engineering calculations, plans, and technical specifications for Wastewater Infrastructure projects.
• Participate as a team member or team leader on Special Projects and Division Initiatives.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally to internal and external customers, stakeholders and the public.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• The ideal candidate has 0 to 15 years of engineering practice with increasing degrees of responsibility involving wastewater process technology analysis, design and specification.
• Bachelor of Science or Engineering in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
• At a minimum a candidate must hold an Engineer in training (EIT) certificate demonstrating passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination.
• Technical expertise in all aspects of wastewater treatment systems analysis, design, and permit delivery.
• Strong knowledge of physicochemical and biological wastewater treatment process fundamentals and resource recovery principles.
• Direct experience developing or implementing wastewater treatability analysis, developing process models, analyzing process alternatives, and working with designers to prepare engineering plans, and specifications for treatment works and sewerage systems.
• Strong project management skills and an ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science or Engineering with emphasis in wastewater treatment process design.
• Preference may also be given to those with a Utah Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain the license within 12 months.
• Professional Engineer/Register Engineer license in Civil, Sanitary, Chemical, Environmental or related disciplines.

Job Series
The selected candidate for this position may be brought in as an Environmental Engineer I with a salary range of $26.61 - $42.22 per hour, an Environmental Engineer II with a salary range of $31.33 - $49.69 per hour, or an Environmental Engineer III with a salary range of $34.91 - $55.36 per hour.

About the Role

Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more informationabout the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Water Quality, click here

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.