WV Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services · 14 hours ago
Engineer Trainee-Environmental Protection-Kanawha Co.
Kanawha County, WV
Full-time
Onsite
New GradThe WV Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Engineer Trainee to join their Division of Water and Waste Management. The role involves performing engineering services at the training level, which includes reviewing engineering reports, project plans, and conducting inspections on wastewater and water projects.
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Responsibilities
Review preliminary engineering reports and facility planning studies for feasibility concerning population median household income, the necessity of the project, the constructability of the wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution system alternatives proposed relative to the terrain and population of the study area, and for the possibility of consolidation with other facilities
Review project plans and specifications for wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution systems to determine the constructability of the proposed design, whether it complies with DEP regulations, if it fits the needs of the town or public service district and check for design calculation errors
Perform interim and final inspections on wastewater and water projects under construction to check for compliance with regulations and approved plans and specifications and approve change orders to work in progress. Conduct and attend project related meetings such as: planning, pre-design, design, pre-construction, construction job meetings, town and public service district meetings and public hearings
Review agreements and contracts between the consulting engineer and their client
Attend training courses and review research to learn and maintain knowledge of current construction practices, treatment technologies, design criteria, and associated costs and complete special assignments
Employee will perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in any engineering curriculum
Satisfactory completion of the examination on the fundamentals of engineering (FE)
Current certification in good standing as an Engineer Intern issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, and local officials
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and staff
Ability to write reports in a clear and concise manner
Ability to present factual material and ideas effectively
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Regular attendance is an essential part of this position
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.
Founded in 1989
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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