WV Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services · 7 hours ago
Engineer Senior-Environmental Protection-Kanawha Co.
Kanawha County, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expWV Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services is seeking an Engineer Senior to join their Division of Water and Waste Management. The role involves managing engineering staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing technical guidance for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
GovernmentHealth CareInformation ServicesMedical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Direct Engineering Staff: Manage and supervise a team of engineers, including making work assignments and handling all personnel-related matters for the section
Program Compliance: Ensure all engineering activities and programmatic functions strictly adhere to state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and federal grant requirements
Strategic Guidance: Assist with defining mission goals and objectives for the SRF Engineering Section and providing professional engineering decisions and oversight for the unit
Executive Support: Provide technical counsel and assistance to the Assistant Director, Director, and Cabinet Secretary as needed
Project Review: Perform professional engineering reviews of planning, design, and construction documents for water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Construction Management: Responsible for assigned project construction oversight and field monitoring
Technical Consultation: Provide engineering advice for the division’s permitting and nonpoint source programs
Inter-Agency Reviews: Coordinate wastewater treatment system reviews in conjunction with the Department of Health’s environmental engineering division
Will assist with the coordination of the SRF’s technical assistance programs
Primary Contact: Act as a lead state representative for proposed drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Funding & Grants: Coordinate with state and federal agencies regarding the funding of infrastructure projects and assist in reviewing applications for the Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council (IJDC)
Board Representation: Represent the DEP at professional meetings and may serve as an alternate for the Assistant Director on the Water Development Authority Board and the IJDC
Attend Meetings: Attend state and regional meetings and forums (e.g., WV Rural Water Association, WV Water Environmental Association, WV American Water Works Association, WV Municipal League, WV Contractors Association, CIFA, and U.S. EPA)
Qualification
Required
Engineer degree(s) in Chemical, Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering
Strong knowledge of both drinking water and wastewater treatment systems
Establish and maintain professional relationships with federal, state, and local officials, as well as the general public and internal staff
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with a focus on public speaking
Maintain meticulous records and draft clear, concise reports to present factual material and engineering ideas effectively
Ability to perform extensive in-state and out-of-state travel
Must possess a valid driver's license and PE license
Current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers
Eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects
Preferred
Preference will be given to applicants who have degrees in Chemical, Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering
Benefits
12 paid holidays
Insurance and flexible benefits
Ample annual and sick leave accrual
Flexible work schedules
An Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Initiatives
An optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan
Company
WV Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services
The mission of the West Virginia Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services is to collaborate with stakeholders to promote, protect, manage, and provide appropriate health and human services for our residents to improve their health, well-being and quality of life.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jessica Hudson
Chief Operating Officer
Angie Jacobs-Ferris, SHRM-SCP
Chief Human Resources Officer
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