NYS Department of Environmental Conservation · 17 hours ago
Assistant Engineer (Environmental) / Engineer Trainee - NY HELPS
Albany, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$74K/yr - $101K/yr
1+ years expThe NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking an Assistant Engineer (Environmental) / Engineer Trainee to implement and administer motor fuel programs and assist in the development of regulatory initiatives. The role involves evaluating data, liaising with agencies, and providing engineering-based recommendations regarding motor fuel regulations and climate change initiatives.
Environmental ConsultingNon ProfitOutdoors
No H1B
Responsibilities
Administering existing gasoline volatility (6NYCRR 225-3) and diesel fuel sulfur content (6NYCRR 225-4) regulations
Evaluating data provided by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (DAM) regarding the gasoline sampling program
Serving as liaison to other agencies, such as DAM, NYSERDA, and USEPA, regarding motor fuel programs
Responding to industry and public inquiries
Developing a working knowledge of federal motor fuel regulatory programs
Providing engineering-based recommendations to management regarding potential regulatory or commercial changes to motor fuel composition
Developing written comments on EPA proposals
Advising management regarding disruptions to the motor fuel supply system which may impact New York and neighboring states
Assisting other bureaus in the Division of Air Resources in the development and administration of rules and regulations to reduce air pollution, as necessary
Supporting climate change initiatives through completion of technical evaluation of fuel-related emission reduction change programs, particularly the federal Renewable Fuel Standard and Low Carbon and Clean Transportation Fuel Standards
Developing a working knowledge of Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) technologies, including: Battery chemistry, fuel cell technology, hydrogen storage and siting, and charging infrastructure
Engineering economics of ZEV technologies including total cost of ownership
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information and results
Ability to understand and effectively convey regulatory language and concepts to others including the general public
Able to possess and broaden working knowledge of technology intensive, mandatory programs, including an understanding of technical documents and drawings
Able to understand and manipulate higher level computer software programs
Ability to travel to meetings, training, and conferences as required
Able to represent the Division at meetings, conferences, and other public appearances
Capable of dealing effectively with the public, vendors, consultants and other governmental and non-governmental entities
Qualification
Required
Either 1. a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or engineering technology as listed below; Or 2. proof of passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full-time engineering experience as listed below
Proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher as listed below; OR proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience as listed below
Qualifying degrees: Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Paper Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Soil and Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees
Qualifying experience: One year of full-time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering
Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position
Preferred
A Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum or Chemical Engineering
One year of engineering experience related to any of the following: extraction, production, storage, or transport of oil and/or natural gas; evaluation of data associated with oil and gas production and reservoir recovery; regulatory compliance testing and reporting as related to the petroleum industry
Benefits
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more...
Company
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
The dedicated professionals of New York State’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are passionate about the outdoors and protecting the environment.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2024-11-07Grant
Leadership Team
Christina McLaughlin
Urban and Community Forestry Partnership Coordinator
Nathaniel Barber
Chief Legal Information Officer
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