Environmental Engineer

Join the State of Indiana as a pivotal contributor to environmental stewardship and public health, working under the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM).

Recent or upcoming college graduates are strongly encouraged to apply. Four (4) years' experience is preferred but not required. No engineering license is required for this position; we provide an education reimbursement plan to help obtain licensure. This full‑time role involves reviewing permit applications, plans, and specifications, with some on‑site evaluations and site visits. A valid Indiana Driver’s License is required.

Hours:

7.5 hours per day, with flexible scheduling options.

The starting salary for this position is $67,314.00, potentially adjusted for education or work experience.

• Perform detailed technical engineering reviews and site inspections to ensure facilities meet State standards.
• Conduct permit reviews, evaluate compliance history, and review application documents, plans, and specifications.
• Carry out surveys, special problem investigations, inspections, collect samples for lab analysis, prepare reports, and may testify at hearings or in court.
• Provide technical review of plans, identify deficiencies, recommend alternatives, and assist with enforcement documentation.
• Advise enforcement staff, prepare or review enforcement documents, and testify as an expert witness.
• Deliver prompt customer service to the public, consultants, contractors, government officials, and permit applicants.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited four‑year college.
• License to practice engineering in the State of Indiana.
• At least four (4) years’ experience in Engineering and related fields.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of environmental sciences, including chemistry, sanitation, structural design, mathematics, safety engineering, and physics.
• Ability to conduct surveys, inspections, investigations, and prepare evidence reports.
• Skill in reviewing treatment and control systems plans, identifying adverse impacts, and recommending alternatives.
• Effective planning, time‑management, problem‑solving, judgment, and communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of air, land, water pollution, solid and hazardous waste disposal, occupational health and safety, and water supply practices.
• Proficiency with Computer‑Assisted Design (CAD) programs, electronic documentation, and database entry/maintenance.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Three medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: complete wellness activities to earn gift‑card rewards.
• Health savings account with bi‑weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
• Two fully‑funded pension plan options.
• A robust leave policy, including 150 hours paid New Parent Leave, up to eight weeks paid childbirth recovery for eligible mothers, up to 15 hours paid community service leave, and a combined 180 hours of vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral bonus program.
• Employee assistance program for behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free Linked In Learning access.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Government Administration

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. For assistance, contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at .