Environmental Engineer - Two (2) Positions - Augusta - 1415 + 2179

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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER

TWO (2) POSITIONS

Opening Date: June 12, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day July 01, 2026

Location: Augusta, Bangor or Portland*

*In the descending order of preference, the successful candidate will be based out of Augusta, Bangor, or Portland DEP office and given the opportunity to telework consistent with DEP policy.

Position Numbers:

08320-1415

08300-2179

Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 6321

Grade: 24 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary: $60,819.20 - $85,259.20 Per Year**

**(This includes a 17.66% Salary Adjustment). This is earning potential over the course of nine steps; new hires generally start at step one. Annual step increases are based on performance reviews and authorization of such increases.

Interested candidates need to submit a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, and detailed Resume.

Please note: When you submit your application, you are acknowledging that you are applying for both positions.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: These positions are in the Stormwater Engineering Team (SET) of the Bureau of Land Resources (BLR). SET is primarily responsible for the implementation of the DEP’s “Stormwater Management Rules (Chapter 500)” and reviews land development projects requiring DEP permits. These positions will review the stormwater management plans proposed for the construction and post-construction phases of the projects. One of the positions will specialize in construction stormwater management and the other one will specialize in post-construction stormwater management. Both positions will be involved in stormwater compliance activities in addition to licensing and interact with internal (e.g., BLR licensers and field services staff) and external (e.g., consultants, contractors, inspectors) customers of SET.

More information on the major projects and programs SET is involved with can be found on the BLR Stormwater Program webpage.

Other job duties include:

• Performing tasks to ensure compliance with Maine Construction General Permit (MCGP).
• Assisting with activities to improve SET related workflows and procedures.

Preference will be given to candidates with educational background, skills, and/or experience in:

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices pertaining to the management of stormwater (e.g., stormwater modeling, computer aided design and drafting).
• Knowledge of Chapter 500 and applicable State environmental laws and rules.
• Experience in creating or reviewing stormwater management plans, including low impact development or green infrastructure techniques.
• Experience in stormwater inspection (e.g., construction oversight, third-party inspection, post-construction inspection).
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental or civil engineering.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Kerem Gungor at: (207) 830-1002 or Kerem.Gungor@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering and four (4) years of engineering experience. Related experience may be substituted for education on a year or year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Licensure as a Professional Engineer by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

Currently, these positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. 
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.  
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.  
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. 
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. 
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.  
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. 
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. 

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work.  Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness.  We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

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