WLM-2025-30 Environmental Engineer Trainee at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Trenton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

66894.99

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Engineering, Hydrologic Calculations, Hydraulic Calculations, Engineering Design Analysis, Site Plan Review, Floodplain Delineation, Stormwater Management, Green Infrastructure, Technical Assistance, Environmental Impact Statements, Data Gathering, Research and Analysis, Engineering Plans Review, Environmental Laws Knowledge, Regulations Knowledge, Permit Application Processing

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Open to: General Public Work Week: NE (35-hour) Work Week Salary: (P95) $66,894.99 (Non-Negotiable) Opening Date: 12/18/2025 Closing Date: 1/8/2026 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Watershed & Land Management Land Resource Protection Flood Hazard & Stormwater Engineering 501 East State Street Trenton, NJ 08625 Scope of Eligibility Open to applicants who meet the requirements below. Description Under the close supervision of a supervisory official, in an Environmental Engineering Program in a State department, institution, agency, or local government agency, learns to conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or monitoring of environmental conditions; learns to review engineering plans; learns to gather data, and research and analyze information as it relates to the enforcement of environmental laws/regulations; does other related duties as required. Specific to the Position The Bureau of Flood Hazard and Stormwater Engineering engineers regulate new construction and redevelopment through the implementation of the Flood Hazard Area Control Act Rules and the Stormwater Management Rules. An engineer in the Bureau will review and process flood hazard area permit applications which may include hydrologic and or hydraulic calculations pertaining to floodplain delineations, stormwater management/green infrastructure, and bridge and culvert construction/reconstruction. Job duties include reviewing engineering plans and reports and providing technical assistance to freshwater wetlands and coastal permit applications. Preferred Skill Set Ability to examine and analyze engineering designs, site plans, grading/drainage plans, and flood maps and to review and analyze engineering reports and environmental impact statements. Knowledge and ability to perform simple hydrologic and hydraulic engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems. Ability to read, interpret, and apply knowledge of laws and rules, regulations, and codes of the Department of Environmental Protection relative to the program areas after training. Requirements Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental, Ocean, Coastal, Bio-Resource, Biomedical, Sanitary, Industrial, Agricultural, or Mining Engineering, or other field of engineering related to the environment. NOTE: An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification issued by the Division of Consumer Affairs, New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, may be substituted for the above education requirement. Applicants must submit proof of the EIT certification and the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam results. The area of discipline indicated on the FE exam results must be in Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Industrial & Systems, Mechanical, or other disciplines. NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. License Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Benefits As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Paid Benefit Leave Holiday Pay Alternative Workweek Program* Telework* Pension Deferred Compensation Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA) Commuter Tax Savings Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Tuition Reimbursement* *Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. SAME Applicants If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit SAME Program, email [email protected], or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3. Veteran's Preference To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/ Residency All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”. Authorization to Work Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision. DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

Responsibilities

The Environmental Engineer Trainee will conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and investigations related to environmental conditions. The role includes reviewing engineering plans and providing technical assistance for permit applications.