Enviro Engineer VII - Public Drinking Water Program

Title:

Enviro Engineer VII - Public Drinking Water Program

Final date to receive applications Date: 01/17/2026

Location:

Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type:
Permanent

Schedule Type:
Full Time

Minimum Salary: $32.87

Maximum Salary: $51.52

The Public Drinking Water Program is seeking an Environmental Engineer who is passionate about protecting public health through safe and reliable drinking water. You will join a collaborative team of engineers and scientists reviewing and providing input on projects from planning through permitting. You will be working closely with internal programs-Operations, Compliance, Capacity Development, and Water Resources-to help communities implement sustainable, resilient drinking water projects in compliance with the Water Supply Rule.

• You're driven to apply your engineering skills to protect public health and the environment.
• You have a keen eye for detail when reviewing projects involving water sources, storage, transmission, distribution, pumping, and treatment systems.
• You thrive in a multidisciplinary environment-discussing hydraulics, treatment chemistry, funding, public health, and environmental justice.
• You value collaboration and communicate clearly with both internal teams and external partners.
• You're patient and supportive when providing technical and regulatory assistance to water systems and their consultants.
• You're self-motivated, take initiative, and care deeply about making a difference.

• Demonstrated experience and strong understanding of drinking water planning, treatment, and distribution.
• The ability to critically review engineering drawings, specifications, hydraulic analysis, and preliminary engineering reports with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with sound judgment and professional tact.
• Interest in professional growth-we actively support pursuit of engineering licensure, training, and collaborative opportunities.

• A hybrid work model with two days of telework possible from your productive home office.
• Field site visits to observe construction and operation of water systems.
• Mentorship and support toward achieving a PE license.
• A mission-driven, supportive team committed to technical excellence and public service.

Vermont offers a comprehensive benefits package valued at approximately 30% of total compensation, along with flexible scheduling and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Overtime is rarely required and always compensated.

This position,
Enviro Engineer VII - Public Drinking Water Program (Job Requisition #54044), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note:

This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required.

Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering or a related field AND four (4) or more years of experience in in a related engineering field

OR

One (1) year or more of experience as an Environmental Engineer VI or two (2) years or more as an Environmental Engineer V.

Masters Degree in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering or a related

Registration as a Professional Engineer in Vermont, by written examination, in the fields of civil, civil/sanitary, environmental or sanitary.

As a State employee…